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War Mongering as a Campaign Strategy: Trump’s Latest Threat to Incite World War III

Weak people seek out opportunities to prove they are strong. This was true with Hitler, and it is obvious from Donnie’s latest rants.

Libby Winkler
5 min readFeb 12, 2024
Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash

Introduction:

Historically, the consequences of war mongering have been catastrophic, leaving behind a trail of destruction, suffering, and loss.

Donald Trump's recent rhetoric and actions, unfortunately, seem to indicate that some people have ignored the lessons of the past. Under the guise of strength and toughness, Trump’s latest threats have raised alarms among peace-loving citizens worldwide. From his inflammatory remarks to his past reckless foreign policy decisions, Trump’s warmongering poses a grave danger not only to global stability but also to the very fabric of democracy and human decency.

The Dangerous Allure of War Mongering

Authoritarian leaders have long used war mongering, the aggressive promotion of war as a solution to political or ideological conflicts, to mobilize support, consolidate power, and divert attention from domestic issues. Trump’s embrace of this tactic is deeply troubling, as it reflects a willingness to prioritize personal…

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Libby Winkler
Libby Winkler

Written by Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..

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