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A frightening prospect for the UN. Stefanik seems to represent the antithesis of the UN ideals, multilateralism, and respect for international laws - all in the interest of blanket US support for Israel.
Indeed, all of Trump's national security nominees seem to fit what Jan Egeland of the Norwegian Refugee Council characterizes as: Israel-First, America-Second, Humanity-Last ethos.
Kul
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Elise Stefanik is Trump's nominee as UN ambassador in November 2024. Stefanik, a 40-year-old Republican Representative from New York, is known for her strong criticism of the UN, vocal support of Israel, and alignment with Trump's "America First" agenda. She has advocated for cutting UN funding and has particularly targeted UNRWA, questioning its operations and pushing for increased oversight.
See also our profile of Elise Stefanik as Trump's next ambassador to the UN
Important to look inside ourselves first. Where have we erred
ReplyDeleteShe looks like a regular and nice Jane Doe, a soccer Mom and like anyone's best cousin, yet it is hard to fathom how she manages to spew such vitriol and to have such vicious views on issues. It will be interesting to see how she confronts her "colleagues" in the UNGA or the UNSC when sensitive subjects are discussed.
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