U.S. Vice President Vance: Three Reasons Why Controlling Venezuela Is Beneficial for the United States
[Overthrowing Venezuela's Dictator — What Benefits Does This Bring to Ordinary Americans?]
"First, this means we can gain control over Venezuela's vast natural resources, which benefits the United States in multiple ways.
First, it gives us leverage to pressure our adversaries.
Second, it ensures that whenever Americans need high-quality, low-cost energy, we can access it at any time.
Third, it demonstrates America's military superiority, deterring other nations from challenging us in the future.
One of the best ways to maintain peace is to clearly signal: you possess formidable power and will use it when necessary. Therefore, I believe this is beneficial for us in many respects. Also remember this: this is happening in our own backyard—not Iraq, not 7,000 miles away, but right next door.
The fundamental principle underlying U.S. foreign policy for 200 years has been: control the regions surrounding us. If we fail to uphold this, bad actors will take advantage.
The U.S. President has made clear: in our region, America calls the shots. This has always been the case. Under the current presidency, this principle has once again become a reality."
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