Wake up, America

To the Editor,

   The recent developments in the U.S. government should give everyone real cause for concern. President Trump instructed our U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. to vote with Russia, North Korea, and Iran, and against Ukraine. The United States has aligned itself with dictators instead of the democratically elected government of Ukraine.

   The nominations of cabinet members with dubious qualifications and then approved by Republican Senators puts our national security in real danger.

   And, then there is Elon Musk running rough-shot over government agencies – firing people indiscriminately without any thoughtful research. I’m sure there is a need for reform in various departments of our government, but one does NOT go at it with a chainsaw. Our government is in a state of chaos.

   If one wants to save money, one needs to look at the Department of Defense, the largest part of the U.S. budget. President Eisenhower warned us of the developing Military Industrial Complex. That is where one will fund the most fraud and waste.

   WAKE UP, AMERICA. We, the people, have a responsibility. Call, your Senator or Representative and voice your concern.

   Reach them at the U.S. Capital switchboard: 202-224-3121.

Bernie Manternach

Monticello, Iowa