If I were an American citizen now trapped in a war zone without warning or consular help, I’d be furious. Either the administration didn’t anticipate a wider war or they’re as cavalier about civilian lives as they obviously are about military lives.
I grew up during the chaos and sorrow of the 60’s. It was a very long time before I respected or trusted the government or the military again—the unseen damage done to a democracy when its citizens reject its legitimacy.
I still remember the names and faces of those killed at Kent State and i think the names and faces of Renee Good and Alex Pretti will be remembered with the same sadness and horror.