I am a retired U.S. Air Force weapon systems officer who served on the F-4 and F-111. I flew missions in Asia, Germany (throughout Europe and the Middle East), and the United Kingdom. During the Cold War, I stood nuclear alert in Germany and the UK.

In 1980, when russia threatened to invade Poland, we were placed on high alert. Thankfully, we never had to carry out any nuclear missions. Later, Gorbachev helped ease tensions. Today, however, the criminal empire that russia has become is led by a pathological liar and murderer. Supporting Ukraine has given me the opportunity to help bring the Cold War to its true conclusion.

I first learned about UNITED24 through your posts at the beginning of the full-scale invasion. I decided to support Ukraine because it allows me to continue standing for reason, freedom, and peace in the world.