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Patti Davis, daughter of former President Ronald Reagan, conveyed her concerns regarding the current state of U.S. international relations under President Donald Trump during an interview on CNN. She expressed that her father would likely feel a profound sense of sadness about how America is engaging with the world today.
“I believe he would be heartbroken. I think he would be grieving,” Davis said when discussing her father’s potential reaction to contemporary geopolitical dynamics.
Davis reflected on the America she grew up in, a nation characterized by alliances and cooperation with other countries. “The America that I knew was one that supported other nations facing crises, whether due to tyranny, invasion, or disasters like famines,” she remarked.
She expressed the sorrow of witnessing a shift in global sentiment, stating, “Now, we find ourselves in a situation where we are viewed negatively around the world.” Davis criticized the implications of Trump’s policies, which she believes have contributed to a sense of isolationism in the U.S., especially given his controversial stance on tariffs and his apparent support for Russia amid its conflict with Ukraine.
Despite having been a critic of some of her father’s policies in the past, Davis highlighted a significant difference in how her father’s philosophy of “Peace through strength” is being interpreted today. She argued that true strength lies not in aggression but in nurturing relationships and alliances. “We must clarify what we mean by strength,” she stated. “Bullying and excessive aggression do not equate to true strength. Real strength is about forming partnerships while still being able to uphold one’s principles.”
Davis also pointed out that a consensus even among more conservative factions reflects a belief that complete isolation from the global community would not yield positive outcomes.
Watch the interview on CNN here.
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