Growing up in a dictatorship, I realized that accountability is a major issue in democracies, where bad actors can operate without consequence.

I believe in a world where we can resolve conflicts without resorting to war, which is why I value democracies.

Two pillars of world order have been effectively demolished, serving only as ideological weapons, yet people should still defend and fight for these ideals, as they are not the end of the road.

The distinction between democracies and dictatorships lies in how information flows; democracies have decentralized information networks, while dictatorships have centralized control.

The most important thing for preserving Western values is for the US military to be the best in the world.

It's important for political candidates to stand up and reject ideologies that do not resonate with the majority of Americans, especially those that are popular in academic circles but not in the general public.

The ideologies that drive societal change can either build a better world or destroy it, depending on how they are applied.

The Democratic Party must clearly state its interests and be willing to partner with others to defend those interests and strive to win.

The Democratic Party must become less rule-bound and more focused on outcomes to effectively govern and respond to the challenges of the modern era.