“Broken Arrows” represent perhaps the most alarming command that a U.S. military leader can give. It signals the need for immediate air or artillery support in scenarios where the surrounding forces are overwhelmed by the enemy.
This month, several voices from the American left have issued their own type of “broken arrows,” urging allies abroad to impose sanctions and take actions against the United States. They’re attempting to achieve through these means what they couldn’t realize through electoral processes.
The latest plea comes from Elie Mystal, a commentator featured on “The Joy Reid Show.”
“Our country needs to be held accountable,” he stated. “We are perceived as the bad guys on the global stage. While we claim to liberate others, we’ve become a threat to peaceful nations, particularly over the past few months.”
Mystal’s comments are not surprising to those familiar with his views. A frequent MSNBC contributor, he has previously referred to the Constitution as “trash,” advocating not just for the abolition of the Senate but also for changes to voter registration laws.
However, he’s not alone in feeling that his stance is being challenged domestically.
Following Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter, where he promised to dismantle censorship, Hillary Clinton expressed a desire for him to suppress fellow citizens by invoking controversial European digital laws.
Nina Jankovich, formerly head of a disinformation governance committee under Biden, recently addressed the European Parliament, urging the EU nations to oppose the U.S.
Excitedly, she stated, “Before I delve into Russia’s recent online campaigns, I appeal to you to stand resolutely against the dictatorship of the United States.”
This year, while speaking in Berlin at a World Forum, I was taken aback by many Americans who joined European leaders in backing the slogan “The New World Order with European Values,” highlighting Europe’s role in countering perceived U.S. threats.
Some harshly criticized America during the July 4th festivities, with one influencer boldly claiming the country was “beyond hope,” urging people to abandon their illusions about the nation.
Democratic lawmakers and critics have stoked anger by drawing comparisons between opposing the current U.S. administration and fighting against Nazis. Former Vice President Al Gore has also made such comparisons, while others, including Pramila Jayapal, have referred to immigration enforcement agents as “terrorists.”
This crisis of faith among the left seems linked to numerous unfavorable decisions and election outcomes. In 2022, when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a prominent Arizona Democrat tweeted, “F – K The Fourth.”
This year, Los Angeles canceled July 4th celebrations amid concerns of mass arrests related to immigration enforcement.
Additionally, there have been protests declaring sentiments like, “F**k July 4th; a king must first be dethroned.”
The dilemma for those urging the EU to counter the U.S. is, ironically, democracy itself—a challenge for the global elite. European governments are responding to rising conservative sentiments, tightening borders, and reversing trends of mass immigration. Countries like the UK, France, and Italy have all witnessed a surge in conservative popularity.
Interestingly, many of the protests against so-called “kings” stem from democratic choices, as citizens vote for changes they desire, which can frustrate some factions.
Meanwhile, the judicial system continues to operate within its designed framework, reviewing orders and policies as intended. Trump experienced victories and setbacks in the Supreme Court, as constitutional limits are upheld.
My upcoming book, *Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution,* examines the fate of American democracy in the 21st century, particularly in light of the current crisis faced by many in their fundamental beliefs and institutions.
Ironically, this crisis seems concentrated among the more affluent classes. Recent polls show that patriotism is at a historic low, predominantly among Democrats; only 36% of them report being very proud to be American, compared to 92% of Republicans.
Some individuals have opted to relocate abroad, with the New York Times amplifying claims that the U.S. has become a fascist regime. A recent piece highlighted three Yale professors who had left America, citing fears of fascism, declaring, “Lessons from 1933 suggest it’s better to leave early.”
Yet, what these professors label as fascism might appear as a functioning democratic process to others. The frustration arises when democracy doesn’t yield the results some anticipate.
For many, support for democratic outcomes seems conditional upon those choices aligning with their own beliefs. Thus, faced with electoral defeats, some are invoking “broken arrows,” seeking external assistance to suppress opposition.
However, the reality is that the nation is not overrun. These are fellow citizens advocating for changes in policy and rejecting far-left agendas. Just as some in Europe push the EU to respond to right-wing electoral victories, so too do others advocate for intervention against perceived political threats.
In essence, the far left is not entirely cornered; they often retreat into echo chambers, viewing their isolation as a siege. But from beyond those walls, the broader American perspective has largely moved on.
Ultimately, the globalist calls for intervention reflect a desperate plea from the self-isolated factions on the American left.
