Речта на Джей Ди Ванс, която шокира европейците на Мюнхенската конференция

The United States, Mr. Vance, who was here last year as a senator. We're very happy to be back in Munich and look forward to his speech. Please welcome with a warm shower Vice President Vance. Thanks to all the assembled delegates, prominent personalities and media professionals, as the host of the Munich Security Conference, For organizing such an incredible event. We're, of course, excited to be here, happy to be here. And one of the things I wanted to talk about today, are of course our common values. And it's wonderful to be back in Germany, as you heard earlier. Last year I was here as a senator from the United States, I saw Foreign Minister David Lambie and I talked, That we both had different jobs from last year than we do now, But now is the time for all our sides, For all those who have had the good fortune to receive political power from their respective nations, Yes, I use it wisely to improve my life. And I want to say that I've had the happiness of the last 24 hours I'm spending some time outside the walls of this conference. And I was so impressed by the hospitality of the people, Even, of course, when they come to their senses from... The first time I was in Munich with my wife, Who is actually here with me today on a personal trip And I've always loved the city of Munich and my people. I just want to say that we're very excited. And thoughts and prayers from Munich and all those affected by evil, caused to this beautiful community. Thinking of you, praying for you And we will certainly support you in the coming days and weeks. This is not the last applause I get, But at this conference we're meeting, of course, For the security check. And we usually have in mind the threats to our foreign security. I see many great military leaders gathered here today, But even though the Trump administration She is very concerned about European security. And believe that we can reach a reasonable decision between Russia and Ukraine, and we also think, that it is important in the coming years for Europe to become more active In a large degree to ensure your own defense. For the cloth, for which I worry most in regard to Europe, Not Russia, not China, not anyone else outside the country. And what I'm worried about is the canvas inside. From the step up in Europe of some of the most fundamental And values, shared with the United States of America. We're disappointed that a former European Commissioner Soon it will be on television and express satisfaction, That the Romanian government just canceled the election. He warned me that if things didn't go back to plan, The same thing could happen in Germany. Now these unceremonious statements are shocking to American ears. For years they were convinced that everything, Which we finance and support on behalf of We must not forget that we are all citizens of Europe. Everything from politics towards Ukraine to digital censorship He's defending democracy. But when we see how the European courts cancel the elections, And senior officials are paid to cancel others, We should ask ourselves if we're behaving properly. I'm saying I'm keeping my standards high because By principle, I believe we're on the same team. We must not only speak for democratic values, but also live them. In living memory of many of you in this hall of the Cold War " Make the defenders of democracy stand against many tyrannical forces. " on this continent and think for the country in this struggle, Who censored dissidents, closed churches, Cancel the election, were they good? Surely not thank God, that we lost the Cold War. They lost because they didn't love and respect me. All the exclusive benefits of freedom. Freedom to surprise, to make mistakes, to invent, to build, It turns out you can't force innovation or creativity, Just like you can't force people to think, We feel or believe, and we believe that these things They're definitely connected. And unfortunately, when I look at Europe today, the concept isn't so clear, What happened to some of the winners in the Cold War. Look at Brussels, where the Commissioner for Testing is. Warning citizens that they intend to exclude social media in times of civil unrest, In the moment when they notice what they appreciate, That, I quote, is reasonable content. Or in this country, where the police have raided against citizens For suspected of publishing anti-feminist comments Online, as part of, quote, I looked at Sweden, where two weeks ago The government has charged a Christian activist for his participation in the burning of the Koran. Led to the murder of his friend And as the judge in the case has stated, Swedish laws, which already protect Freedom of expression, actually not given, quote, Free pass to do or say anything, Without risking offending the group that supports And perhaps most anxiously I look at our many dear friends United Kingdom, where the retreat From the right to put on the main stage Freedom of religion is the most important thing for the British. A little over two years ago the British government offended Adam Smith Cona, 51 years old physiotherapist And a veteran of the army in a heinous crime. It's 50 meters from the abortion clinic. And pray quietly for three minutes. He didn't talk to anyone, he didn't talk to anyone, he just prayed. And after the British authorities I'm sure they'll see him and want to know what he's praying for. Adam is responsible for the birth of his son, He and his ex-girlfriend had an abortion years ago. Now that the police are not involved, Adam is found guilty. In violation of the new government law for buffer zones, Who forbids silent prayer and other actions, which could influence a person's decision within a radius of 200 meters of the abortion facility. He was ordered to pay thousands of pounds. for the prosecutor's expenses. I want to say that this is a coincidence, a unique one A crazy example of a badly written law, Applied to a single person, but not in October. This year, just a few months ago, The Scottish government began to send letters To citizens whose fortunes are in so-called safe access zones, in which they are warned, That even private prayer in one's own home can be Of course, the government is not going to stop this. He urged readers to report for everyone. Your fellow citizen for suspected of committing a crime I'm afraid that in the UK And throughout Europe, freedom of speech is in retreat. And in the interest of comedy, friends, but in the interest of Truthfully, I'll admit that sometimes the strongest The votes for censorship come not from Europe, but from The country where the previous administration was located Paid and imprisoned company for social media And censorship is what they call disinformation. Disinformation like, for example, the idea that the coronavirus It probably leaked from a lab in China. Our own government was promoting private Companies that silence people who dare to They say what is obviously true. So today I come here not only with a statement, but also with And just like the Biden administration. He seemed desperate to silence the people who were speaking. I'm sure the Trump administration will be very pleased. I hope we can work together. There's a new sheriff in Washington. In the city and under the leadership of Donald Trump may And we may not agree with your views, but we will fight. to protect your right to express yourself in public Scene, whether you agree or not. Now, of course, we're at the point where the situation gets worse So much so that in December this year Romania Right to nullify the results of the presidential election I'm not sure I'm going to be able to. Intelligence agency and a huge raid from the country As far as I understand, The argument was that Russian disinformation had infected The Romanian elections, but I would pray my European You can have a good perspective. Do you think it's wrong for Russia to buy advertising in social networks to influence your choices. With the assurance of our judgment, you can judge even the world. But if your democracy can be destroyed With a few hundred thousand dollars of digital advertising From a foreign country, so she wasn't very strong at first. The good news is that in my opinion, your democracies They're significantly less fragile than many people. And I truly believe that if we let our friends The citizens have a right to express their opinion, it will direct them to the right direction. Still strong, which of course is not going back to Munich, Where the organizers of this conference are banned. The deputies, representing the populist party, Both left and right, to participate in these conversations. Now, again, we don't have to agree on everything. Or with everything that people say. represent, when the political leaders represent We are obliged to participate in the Geologist Now, for many of us from the other side of the world Atlantic Ocean, it's more and more like The old, forgotten interests, hidden ones behind the terrible words of the Soviet era, like Disinformation and disinformation, which simply don't I like the idea of someone with an alternative viewpoint may express different opinion Or, God forbid, to vote in a different way. Or, worse, to win the election. This is a conference on security issues. And I'm sure you all came here prepared Please tell me how exactly you intend to increase the costs of the selected over the next few years in accordance And that's wonderful, because I'm not going to be able to do anything about it. As President Trump has made clear, He thinks our European friends should play We don't think that the United States has a role in the future of this continent. I've heard that term, share it with others, but I think, That's an important part of being together in the Common Alliance. Europeans to be more active, while America focuses on On areas of the world that are in great danger. But let me ask you how you're going to start thinking about matters relating to the preparation of the budget, If we don't know what we're protecting. I've heard a lot of things in my conversation and I've had a lot of things. Have a wonderful conversation with the people gathered here in this room. I hear a lot about what you have to protect yourself from. And that, of course, is important. A little unclear, but I certainly think that's a lot. The citizens of Europe are for what exactly you protect yourself. What is the positive vision that supports this shared agreement For security, which we all think is so important? And I deeply believe that there is no certainty, If you fear your voice, your opinions and your conscience, Who rule their own people. Europe is facing many challenges, But the crisis that is facing this continent at the moment, The crisis, before which, I believe, that all together we are right, It's caused by ourselves. If you run in fear of your own constituents, America can do nothing for you. Here, in that sense, there's something you can do For the American people, who elected me and elected President Trump. You need democratic mandates to achieve something. dignity for years to come. Have we learned nothing that thin mandates lead to unstable results, But there are so many valuable things, The Commission has already made a number of recommendations to the Council. I think it's gonna come from the fact that you're gonna be Be responsive to the votes of your citizens. If you want to enjoy a competitive economy, affordable energy and secure supply chains, Then you need a mandate to govern, Because you have to make difficult choices, For enjoying all these things. And of course, in America we know this very well. You can't win a democratic mandate by censoring your opponents. Or put them in jail, regardless of whether you think you're the leader of the opposition, For a humble Christian who prays in his own house Or a journalist who's trying to report the news. You can 't win by ignoring your primary electorate on this issue. This is a man who can be part of our common society. And from all the challenges, which are facing I believe that there is nothing - It's a matter of urgency. Today, almost every fifth person living in this country, He moved from here to abroad. This, of course, is the highest value ever. By the way, it's similar to the one in the US, It's also the record of all time. They're leaving the country. C, se e detoiled itself between 2021 and 2022. And of course, since then it's become much bigger. And we know that the situation has not materialized in a vacuum. It is the result of a series of conscious decisions, Take from politicians on the whole continent And others around the world for a decade. Yesterday we saw the horrors caused by these decisions. Exactly in this city and of course, I can't mention it again without thinking of the terrible victims, It was a beautiful winter day in Munich. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and will remain with them. But why did this happen? But it's a story we've heard too many times in Europe. And unfortunately too many times in the US. Looking for a place, often a young man. In the mid-twenties, Who is already known to the police, Blast the car into the crowd and split the community. How many times must we suffer these terrible defeats, Before we change course and direct our common civilization in a new direction? No voter on this continent has gone to the polls, to open the doors for millions of undocumented immigrants. But do you know what they voted for? In England, those who voted for Brexit And whether you agree or not, you voted for him. And more and more people across Europe are voting for political leaders, who promise to put an end to uncontrolled migration. Now I happen to agree with a lot of these fears, But you don't have to agree with me. I just think people take care of their homes, For your dreams, for your security and for the possibility of ensuring the maintenance of themselves and their children And they're smart. I think that's one of the most important things, What I've learned in my short time in politics, Contrary to what you might hear on a few mountains in Davos. Citizens of all our countries They don't usually think of themselves as educated animals. or as interchangeable links to the global economy. And it's hardly surprising that they don't want to be confused or mercilessly neglected by their leaders. The task of democracy is to speak on these important issues by voting. I think that the rejection of the people, Neglecting their fears or worse, Stop the media, stop the election Or excluding people from the political process In fact, this is the safest way to protect yourself. to destroy democracy. A speaking and expressing opinion It's not on the ballot. Even when people express their opinion outside your own country Even when those people are very influential. And believe me, I say this with a sense of humor, If American democracy can survive 10 years of Greta Thunberg's rule, Then you can survive a few months on Elon Musk. But what the German democracy, That's what no democracy, American, German or European, There's no way he's gonna survive, he's gonna tell millions of voters, That their thoughts and fears, their aspirations, their requests for relief are invalid or unworthy, Even if they are taken into consideration. Democracy is based on the sacred principle that the voice of the people is important. There's no room for protective walls. Either you respect the principle, or you don't. The European people have a right to vote. European leaders have a choice. And my firm belief is that we should not fear the future. You can accept what your people tell you, Even when it's surprising, even when you don't agree with it. And if you do, you will be able to face the future with certainty and confidence, Knowing that the nation stands behind each and every one of you. And that to me is the great magic of democracy. She's not in those stone buildings or beautiful hotels. She's not even in the great institutions, We have built together as a common society. To believe in democracy means to understand, That every one of our citizens has wisdom and has the right to vote. And if we refuse to listen to that voice, Even the most successful battles will ensure a lot of little. As Pope John Paul II said, in my opinion one of the most exceptional opponents For democracy on this or on any other continent, Don't be afraid of me. We must not fear our people. Even when they express views that are not in agreement with their leadership. Thank you all, good luck to all of you. God bless you.