The Progressive Era

Exploring the websites Antiwar and The American Conservative offered an insightful and fresh perspective about antiwar theories that I do not typically see in mainstream news channels. On antiwar.com, I explored an article titled "Will Trump End or Escalate Biden's Wars?" This article basically described the statements Trump has made and actions he has taken so far that implicate his intention to end the war in Ukraine. However, the article mentioned his Trump's presidency has the potential to increase US involvement in the war in the Middle East, due to Israel's escalating military actions. While Trump ultimately aims for peace worldwide and the extraction of US military forces, the article makes
clear that there will be significant challenge in the Middle East. However, ultimately it is evident of Trump's antiwar mentality, and this perspective is one that is not headlined on mainstream news. On the second site, The American Conservative, Trump's foreign policy plan was also discussed and described. This article demonstrated the widespread support of Trump, even in diverse groups or generally liberal areas. It also mentioned how Trump's success proved how much citizens care about tangible issues like job security, housing, and foreign policy. 

I find it interesting and honestly a little concerning that the information I read about in these articles is never broadcasted on bigger news sources. Moreover, that I have never even heard of these websites. I think that this is because our media generally sways in a certain political direction, with some opinions broadcasted more loudly than others. These articles prove why it is so important to actively seek out multiple opinions, perspectives, and view points on any given subject before coming to a conclusion. Ultimately, I feel that reading these two articles expanded my knowledge of antiwar theories and broadened my perspective.