Raymond McGovern at UN SC On Nordstream Bombing

Raymond McGovern (born August 25, 1939) is a former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer turned political activist. McGovern was a CIA analyst from 1963 to 1990, and in the 1980s chaired National Intelligence Estimates and prepared the President's Daily Brief. He presented to the UN Security Council on February 21, 2023 his views about Nordstream bombing in a terrorist attack on Sep 26, 2022.

[@serenity8145]

It’s heartening to know that there are people of integrity and decency such Mr Mcgovern. These types of people are like gold dust nowadays.

[@tonywilson4713]

Not certain who we actually attribute it to but: In 1918 Senator Hiram Johnson said, “The first casualty when war comes is truth.” In Ancient Greece Aeschylus said 'In war, truth is the first casualty.' Samuel Johnson said: 'Among the calamities of war may be jointly numbered the diminution of the love of truth, by the falsehoods which interest dictates and credulity encourages.' (from The Idler, 1758) Put it anyway you like its still the same fact. In wartime, politicians lie.

[@Tubemanjac]

​@@tonywilson4713 So today's politicians might consider following history cause it seems to be morally acceptable.

[@tonywilson4713]

@@Tubemanjac You miss on the basic fact that morals like ethics has NOTHING to do with politics and never really has. If politicians repeat something from history its either out of ignorance or they do it deliberately and they can either get a good or bad result out of it. The most fundamental aspect of any political decision is "How does it benefit the politician and how does it benefit their backers?" These days that's almost been simplified to "What do the billionaires want?"

[@joelmichels5564]

So true!

[@azzazel225]

In the USA most of that generation are now one foot in the grave. Like Ron Paul and Bernie Sanders. BTW, I can't recall any high ranking military commanders, that have chosen their sense of honour or duty to citizens, over the fear of reprisals. Anyone got good examples? Colin Powell, for example, was utterly shameless and dishonorable, considering he tried covering up My Lie massacre AND lied to UN Sec counsel about Iraq. Ignoring the rest for convenience. In USSR, quite a few military generals with integrity - blew their brains out, right in the office or that evening hanged themselves at home, when the country was illegaly destroyed. Recently, to show how bad Russia mishandled the preparation, it was reported an armored force commander shoot himself, after inspecting what vehicles he was given to work with. Quite a few others died leading the soldiers they were responsible for, from the front instead of from the rear as US would expect.

[@syourke3]

I can hardly believe that McGovern once worked for CIA and briefed presidents. He’s too decent for such a job.

[@Jocky8807]

People like him tried to prevent nuclear war or world War. Nowadays, people tried to make war.

[@Scorp_2]

Times have changed 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@radams2403]

Those were the days.

[@hornox4life]

Moral people working for immoral people.

[@DocKotoga]

Maybe it's because he can remember the aftermath of the last world war first hand and not from a dusty history book ...

[@blackmatca6277]

I would have never thought i would cry after listening a speech from an ex CIA officer, but here i am. I am just so grateful good people find a path forward in such dark times. What can you say against this man, against those FACTS and against his truly wonderful message? Let's not kill our children, let's offer them a chance to live and love and do things better!

[@jenq6751]

Same here. Peace is so precious and our politician has no intention to be the peace maker

[@yvonneyork1263]

Ray McGovern speaking extemporaneously is the like listening to the best professor you ever had: clarity, humor, relevance and deep knowledge. Sharp as a tack. Our hapless leaders in the US should be listening to men like Ray McGovern.

[@classics39]

Since they are hapless how could they possibly understand what he is talking about........you need depth and decency to do that.

[@Redisia]

The primary problems in US politics these days and this is both a left and a right problem. It does not seem to be about having a good idea and trying to implement it, but it seems about trying to make the other side seem worse then you. Using any and all media at your disposal to find an ant and make it into an elephant, while hypocritically ignoring any all things you do yourself. The united states in particular seems to be stuck in this US vs THEM circle jerk (excuse my french) people like this might not give the solution in this speech, but atleast articulate how and what they see themselves in their experience. No spin doctor BS just their mind

[@medved4030]

Thank you Mr McGovern for speaking the truth. It is reassuring to know there are still many intelligence officers, analysts, military personnel in the US with moral goodness and integrity that do the right thing to shed light on the crimes and injustice! If more people like you were at the helm of decision-making centres we'd live in a much more safer and just world.

[@Aengrod]

US should blow up all the pipelines that russia is using.

[@woodywoodlstein9519]

Guy is a moron.

[@ThePandafriend]

Not with people like Putin and Xi in power. The US are far more moral than China or Russia. This doesn't say much though.

[@DoshavUlf]

its funny because this guy has a record of lying

[@jilz337]

Amazing speech, from the heart of someone who saw darkness, and is so committed with peace and humanity. God bless you Sir.

[@Aengrod]

So Putin is light, and blowing up the pipelines, to starve the beast is now 'darkness'. You have your assessment upside down.

[@kevindaly9203]

Thank you Mr McGovern for reminding us of the meantime of integrity.

[@fritzjrundhaug81]

WOW you speech should be posted on a TV monitor on all the airport in the world. Thank You Mr McGovern

[@rlu1956]

Maybe one of the top UN presentations in the history of the UN. Clap, clap, clap to Raymond McGovern.

[@barquerojuancarlos7253]

It seems certain, he is the first to ever sing to UN Security Council. Surely, the first one to sing, but less say, "love your enemies" to the exalted Council

[@rlu1956]

@@barquerojuancarlos7253 Gutsy move, I'll say that. I was surprised at his choosing of sides, candidly speaking. Biden promised to take out the pipeline on national TV for crying out loud.

[@umenhuman7573]

@@rlu1956 imho, it was counter productive to his credibility (perhaps a form of self sabotage due to his loyalty), many people who don;t know who he is or his relevance would likely write him off as going senile... he could have used that time to drive home a few more examples relevant to the overall theme of his statements, drawing on time he was actually giving advice to various presidents... then simply referred to the song and stated the line as his closing remark ... [edit] so there's no confusion, i cannot fault him for his intent, or for the human element it would invoke in many who hadn't subdued or turned their emotions off to listen objectively, as it seems there are certainly many appealing to emotions for the wrong reasons [/edit]

[@woodywoodlstein9519]

The guy is a show boat. Nobody cares.

[@clairelaurier3459]

He said absolutely nothing. Just pablum.

[@maracestinan2914]

That was one of the most down to earth speech I have ever heard, it's message so simple "if you don't talk u can't work it out"

[@CK-jo9im]

I am African, I still recognize that the US has a lot of wise, experienced, educated, trained women, men and Children who can make this world a better space, but, the "problem" keeps leading the nation to its dungeons (the political and military establishment). Thank you!!

[@Lucia-sy7le]

Thank you. There are a few left, or right. God bless you. Peace to you🕊️💜

[@jodyrosenblatt7274]

I LOVE THIS MAN!! Why are so many others so stupid and weak? We need more heroes like him. His singing is really effective at making his points sink in all the more. Many heartfelt thanks to Ray McGovern!

[@bobafet6064]

Greed & Pride is behind it also.

[@cristiplopeanu]

No more role models

[@radams2403]

Me too! He's one of the good guys. Bless him.

[@stensballe3683]

Yeah, the others are made stupid and weak because of greed.

[@waynewilson8714]

This man is the very definition of a hero of humanity. Despite his words at the Security Council, it will go nowhere.

[@tkilla1202]

Ray is a real-life hero - and a legend to humanity.

[@magellanmax]

Incredible! Never thought I'd ever see former US government officials be stand up guys and tell the truth.

[@operator9858]

More and more all the time...

[@umenhuman7573]

one can well imagine how many more would come out into the open if assange was freed

[@catherine4077]

@@umenhuman7573 It is the possibility if Assange escaped successfully back then. But now, it will never be possible.

[@billkosses3808]

@@catherine4077 That's the fighting spirit!

[@retineyzer7906]

They always tell the trueth when there' EX in their name.

[@VG-cz7yg]

I am amazed that Mr McGovern was permitted to speak. I believed freedom of speech was gone particularly after what has occurred during the past three years of the pandemic. Not many great men like Mr McGovern are left standing.

[@laurentalessio3944]

He spoke but was he heard ? Sadly i doubt it

[@RangerB66]

Sounds like your fears were unfounded after-all, which is a good thing.

[@kieron82]

The only freedom of speech gone is hate speech and even that has a way to go considering Facebook policies and all...

[@chp1640]

What you believe reality is and what it really is are two different things. It is multidimensional and I see people are longing for the single good truth which is helping them with the complexity of todays world. People like him are addressing this need. But the reality is a bit washed here.

[@holymotors8705]

Freedom of speech? ) Jeffrey Sachs and Raymond McGovern spoke at the UN as rapporteurs at the invitation of Russia. Only in this way could they realize their mythical "freedom of speech" in this case. The United States could not block this invitation at the UN, except to arrest the speakers themselves on charges of some kind of sexual harassment.

[@ikkong8436]

Raymond is a world hero who speaks the truths where many are frightened to do so simply because they are sitting in dirty conflicted chairs!

[@Ivan_1986]

Because they sold their soul for $. Thats the only reason.

[@BILLBILLH]

speaks the truth that we are censored for.

[@matusbory]

need more people like this

[@-Avra-]

Great speech! Thank you!

[@dg9387]

Knowing there are people out there like Mr McGovern makes me proud to be an American 🇺🇸

[@me3883]

@D G - and how did you feel after listening to what USA🇺🇸 representative had to reply to it????

[@radams2403]

Absolutely! The US have some remarkable people brimming with integrity. . Ray's one of them.

[@terefefeyssa877]

D G: The world has nothing to do with you. Our concern is all about American dictators

[@freedomisnotnegotiable]

What does the majority of the other criminal Americans and the military do with your feelings?

[@jackofa11traits29]

Please, u Americans voted for warmonger government. Creating the Ukraine war. Threatening countries. But using the media to coverup everything and portray yourself as good guy. I am not sure what are you proud of. Proud of that man yes. But America as a whole. Nehh

[@aerodog121]

This wise, gentle and honest man is one of reasons why both China and Russia should keep the doors open for a peace talk with US. I am a Canadian Chinese who spent most of my time in North America. I have to say that both US government and US media system have become the tools for the greedy business community.

[@andreysmirnov9616]

I'm sure Russia and China tried and tries it hard. Some europeans already started to act. It's time to act for US people. It's time to be People not Crowd! You have heroes.

[@jmg8246]

Too many warmongers in US...

[@Agia1984]

​@@jmg8246 I don't think there are THAT many that are full-on warmongers for the sake of war and money. I think the media is now completely co-opted by small but very powerful groups that ARE the warmongers. Their military psy-ops operations and boat loads of money for lobbying congress get us to this point, but most of the warmongers are just brainwashed zombies. If the head of the snake were somehow cut-off I bet society would come to their senses pretty quickly. We aren't born to want to rage war by nature, because war is inherently a waste of lives, resources and a threath to survival of complete tribes (now societies). No matter if you "win" or "lose" a war, it's a giant waste of everything. Winning is an egomaniacal illusion. There's just losing a lot or losing even more... Anyway, we should keep poking holes in all the psy-ops operations, because once people snap out of it, they will distrust any future psy-op by experience. Everyone we get out of this trance is a likely permanent soul to join the side of society that's rooted in reality. The more, the merrier

[@harrypoderskis]

China and Russia are committing human trafficking, genocide and blatant warfare against the US. And the US has used 6% of their annual military budget to destroy one of them by proxy. Why, the, fuck… would the US negotiate with these orcs?

[@andreysmirnov9616]

@@harrypoderskis ok, pure USA government, borrows and borrows (107% of GDP) to make averyone 'good' with military smiles and propaganda all over the globe. That's your choice to passively trust lie. We've chosen the way of truth.

[@varivavariva6045]

👍👍👍Very inspirational speech. The world needs peace.

[@loverov1561]

Moved to tears. Thank you, Danke, Mr. Ray McGovern!

[@Aengrod]

You should thanked US for blowing up the pipeline.

[@jamess5905]

Unfortunately this man’s speech which full of wisdom and experience is falling on deaf ears

[@jk21nola91]

😢

[@terefefeyssa877]

James S: I didn't like Your comment at all. 😠 I am really upset at this time.

[@eileensmollen8641]

Maybe, maybe not. He planted a strong seed with a strong spirit in it. I am not American. I am Dutch and live in The Netherlands. You see, his speech reaches many people in many countries. This man may become very special in history.

[@timurtursunov4474]

We put so much effort and spend time on selfish and short-sighted (but still important to us as individuals) things like social media, humor, gaming, hanging out with friends etc., but sometimes don't bother sharing important thoughts like this speech with others. Share truth and planet-saving words, not kittens and your vacation photos. And there will be more flowers on tanks, aka pacifist demonstration in Berlin late Feb 2023. So do share videos like this and seed truth around you.

[@Macorian]

Of course, you don't know that. Indeed, judging by the comments here, the opposite is clearly true. It's an inspirational message, one of hope, and it will help thousands if not millions. It may even sway some of the decision-makers. So, I don't know if you're just emotionally ill or deliberately trying to sabotage this. Anyway, despair is the enemy's greatest weapon. That's you, you are despair. Fear and despair have brought down the mightiest fortresses, even if full of strong warriors. I hope that ppl will not listen to your whisperings. Well, I'm sure they won't. Let's keep marching forward!

[@annjelynmatthias6285]

What a brilliant delivery! He didn't miss a beat.

[@marcusbain8743]

Great speech and let us just pray that those who can change things have listened.🙏

[@thewestindianboy]

Respect from India Mr Raymond. Thank you speaking the truth.

[@Mr.Patrick_Hung]

Respect from China 🇨🇳 to both McGovern and India 🇮🇳.

[@youmemeyou]

​@@Mr.Patrick_Hung what?

[@Mr.Patrick_Hung]

@@youmemeyou ?

[@youmemeyou]

@@Mr.Patrick_Hung I mean, this call!

[@Redmanticore]

every country should have a nuclear weapon, especially if they are small ones. that way big countries don't get funny ideas.

[@catherinek5738]

Nothing to add to such an intelligent speec, andI appreciate your humour, your courage and your deep soul...than you,so much sir, I hope ( from France) that you will be heard by many....

[@busbackerbk8911]

As a Geran myself I have to say I never thought of the word "Hand" in "Verhandeln" the way he put it. What a guy and what a awesome speech!

[@harrydehnhardt5092]

Genau das hab ich mir gerade auch gedacht.

[@vaultmart]

Ebenfalls.

[@tomwobus1482]

It comes from a time before lawyers and contracts, where you could still trust each other and each agreement was fixed with a simple handshake🤝🤝🤝

[@fabiengerard8142]

How come most peoples always elect the wrong guys to become theirs leaders?!? 🤔 Let’s do all think seriously about that - a matter of life and death for the survival of humankind.

[@williamlay4236]

Unfortunately, people does not know about such speech. Main stream media does not report at all.

[@zanetabalaz7346]

Big respect to this gentleman, Thank you.👏👏👏👐👐👐🙏🙏🙏

[@darvinist87]

What a speech! Let's give peace and negotiations a chance, can we?

[@ikkong8436]

Absolutely! The US and Nato owe it to the world!

[@lewisliew6479]

Military complex hate peace and negotiations, too bad 😞

[@veoteveo1]

Sorry but money is the root of all evil

[@jenq6751]

Money and power together are the biggest evil

[@billkosses3808]

@@ikkong8436 They won't see that though. The world owes them a living as far as they're concerned.

[@hasithakumarasiri8343]

Respect sir..at least good people lives still in USA. These great people should be protect

[@stevesetzer3361]

There are no more great people in one country or another. Im American and we live in a mafia state. we need to take back control from our military industrial, CIA- controlled country.

[@hasithakumarasiri8343]

@@stevesetzer3361 obviously brother then whole will root to protect america . Nato must banished from the world.. and hope great american people will come forward to stop this insanity

[@countykerry6953]

Ray McGovern makes me proud to be an American. Bravo !

[@me3883]

@county kerry - but did you hear what USA🇺🇸 representative had to reply to it???

[@svjat3441]

The debate in Germany is indeed surreal. And you get the impression that it's getting tougher day by day. Thank you Mr. McGovern for your honest words. I think it's "empathy or nothing" for mankind.

[@vaultmart]

As a German I agree. Except I would say the surreal thing is that the debate isn’t actually there. At least in politics and state media. Also, he sounds adorable speaking German.

[@StarboyXL9]

Empathy is weakness in this horrible world. Enjoy being cattle.

[@sebastian6192]

The Germans did not learn anything from history, unfortunately. Could also be seen during Covid.

[@mrsullied]

@@StarboyXL9 in the end, everybody dies. All you can choose is how to live.

[@neznameythaler1910]

These truth seeking people are so essentielle and precious for our survival of democracy. Than you

[@andrewmakin8151]

will the US be held accountable at any time for anything, ever?

[@mukwanatimothy6426]

With time but pitty for the American civilians any time from now and near future it's them who will pay the price

[@trade1713]

​@@mukwanatimothy6426 u fortunately you're right.

[@mrsullied]

I think the real pity is that a major geopolitical shift is facilitated by a catastrophic event, not so much a quiet passing of the torch. What will likely follow is a frantic scramble of the world's powers to assert themselves as successors of the US in world domination leading to an intense period of global conflict before settling into a new order. That said, the friction zones of our current geopolitical power centers already live in that reality so perhaps it is unjust to hope the same won't befall us.

[@IsraelTessema]

Thank you Mr. McGovern for speaking the truth about the rhetoric of "The Russian invasion's of Ukraine is unprovoked".

[@Aengrod]

Because it wasn't.

[@Lukyan]

If existing is "provoking", then you should seriously reconsider the value of allowing whoever is getting "provoked" to react.

[@BuGGyBoBerl]

@@Lukyan its not that easy. also if you provoke someone, it doesnt mean everything that he does afterwards is justified.

[@Lukyan]

@BuGGyBoBerl I think you misread what I said, because you're telling me what I already believe. Russia, as well as any other nation, does not have an excuse to invade a nation because they feel provoked.

[@BuGGyBoBerl]

@@Lukyan mhh maybe. im not sure. i think your point is that there is no "provoking" besides the simple fact that ukraine exists and thats enough for putin to invade. my answer to that is, that there might be things that can be seen as a provocation besides the "existing" thing. however thats in no way an excuse or justification for what happend. however its very possible that ive misread you or phrased my own point poorly

[@alhaah777]

I think Mr. Raymond McGovern is a great man. I know another great man, Mr. McGovern, who had always talked about 'God's bridge.' We need His bridge between nations. Some people try to destroy the bridges that connect nations together. We need that "loving our enemies" more than ever now.

[@Drbiocax]

The singing at the end of the film touched me very much. This elder has great empathy for the suffering of children in the war. We humans should try our best to avoid wars. I have long had great respect for this professor Sachs. He is a very rare, honest, humane and professional person in the human world. I hope God bless him. Let him continue to speak the truth for ordinary people like me in the face of many evil politicians. Seeing what happened in Ukraine, what I think in my heart is not the sovereignty of countries or all kinds of political struggles, but those poor ordinary people. Taiwan, where I live now, is the next Ukraine that countries around the world are reporting. I actually dislike the United States very much, although they are the most powerful country in all fields in the world. But the United States is also the most evil country in my opinion. I am very disgusted to see the faces of many American politicians on TV and the media every day. I thought of the hometown where I live, Taiwan is very likely to become the second Ukraine in the future. My family, my friends, and my compatriots will become victims of the country-to-country confrontation. In fact, I am very angry. I don't know how many people in the United States know that their country is a very domineering, evil and cruel country. My English and my professional knowledge are not enough. It is impossible for this professor to have such eloquence and professional ability to criticize such a huge United States. But what he said was from my heart.

[@robertedge6902]

It is truly sad what the United States has become. It has become the worlds bully. Even sadder is the fact that it has become weak and doesn’t even know it.

[@ds975]

@Orthoman sending respect to Taiwan from Germany. I think highly about Taiwan, such a small country but amazing development in the electronic sector, and talented people. I do pray it will not be another Ukraine, and that peaceful negotiating will allow solutions to be found.

[@1Sarradd]

I am an American from a small town. I have 2 little boys. I work at our school. I must say I understand your feelings about the United States. At the same time I assure you that the regular people that live in this country want what is best for ourselves and for the world. We are just normal people living our lives. A lot of what the government does is kept from us. It's shameful and embarrassing. I think more people are starting to see what the establishment is really about. But we are not sure what to do. It is so complex with so many issues, a person doesn't know where to start and how. I'm sending love and prayers for you and your family and your land from myself and all of the loving caring people that I know would want you to understand.

[@MrInsaneCranium]

Please make sure your fellow Taiwanese are educated enough not to repeat ukraine's mistakes. I strongly believe that freedom is not found with siding with the Americans. They sing about freedom and democracy but they do not behave that way. They only bring war to your country. Taiwan needs a better strategy to manage China. Not bring the usa into the picture. Bringing America into the picture will spell doom for taiwan... America is a war mongering country. They will certainly bring war to your country like many other countries before. Look at vietnam, Korea, the Middle East, and many more. They love creating war so that their firearms industry survives.. Taiwanese need to be smarter to survive. Don't play into US books..

[@user-dk9lm4ho1t]

​@@1Sarradd you know many people from USA real support government and think what Americans are gods or special people and they must rule the world. That they most great and soothing like police for the worl or teachers. I think it is real fascism and will lead to big war

[@antonmoric1469]

Wow, a true Patriot and an honest man. Ya won't find many like him at the CIA today, that is for sure.

[@kentbergstrom3020]

Thank you Mr McGovern for speaking the truth, knowing there are people out there like him gives me some hope.

[@cheserex]

I was losing respect for my country but can see that we still have people of integrity and perhaps, just perhaps, we can avoid more killing on behalf of crazed globalist fiends.

[@goldenoriolesilverbirch8220]

A rare sane voice.

[@kbousbahi]

"Right on the peripheral of Russia" not the "United States" You said it twice

[@sofly7634]

Wondered about that too

[@jillfryer6699]

@@russpilgrim2687 No, that's Australia.

[@lq202]

Epic speech 😂

[@alcg7388]

Unfortunately is Mc Govern's message not propagated by journalists payed by the conglomerates media. It seems that democracies arround the western hemisphere needs to add some inteligent lines to the constitution, in particular related to The First Amendment, it needs to clarify explicitly the "right to unbiased information"

[@andreysmirnov9616]

As citizen of totaliatariest society, russhist etc. I was choked by understanding that beloved "freedom of speech" doesn't guarantee what you wrote about even in theory. If you don't have this right then the freedom of speech is just right to make noise. I definitely like Mr Mc Govern's message but have unpleasant question to Western people why they just talking about dangerous policy of their countries not acting yet? Who are thouse on top of your nations? Let's try to be alive together! Die together is much worse...

[@edwinbruckner4752]

It's just so sad to see that there is so little knowledge in the media and amongst politicians regarding Russia and Ukraine. They all seem to think that war is the only solution. Really, as someone from Europe it's almost laughable how 'we' are gonna underestimate Russia once again. And don't forget, the reason why Russia annexed Crimea is that Kiev told Russia that their Navy Fleet had to leave, whilst Russia had a lease contract for I think another 30years. Don't poke the bear if you don't wanna get hurt, anybody knows that.

[@marinam1827]

Correct, and it was going to be replaced by the American navy military base, right on Russia doorstep. There are 800 plus too many American bases already all over the world.

[@mishka110]

What a beautiful human. He is a 'real american', with real values and ethics.

[@mohamedalihebboul2214]

Thanks a lot Mr. Abboud, the serious real things are beginning ...

[@kirkschilling583]

Greetings from Germany. We are in really deep trouble here. Society, media and politics are changing dramatically to old times thinking they are on the right side of history. Thanks to Mr. McGovern for his wise words. But I'm afraid they'll have no impact. Not in Europe and especially not in Germany. Peace!

[@schtrib]

so true

[@user-tr9dd1kg2x]

I am sorry, but this is only you who are to blame for your troubles. thank's Allah, we have Putin Vladimir Vladimirovich.

[@uzerp9lite]

The EU and especially NATO are too tied up to (or maybe "by" would be a better word) the US to have their own real interests and goals that are independent of the US's.

[@FN-yx3tf]

yeah from germany too. so saf whats going on here. education. economy. freedom. rising of socialism instruments and the always one directianal barking of the media. i feel like im living under lemmings.. why there are so few people see whats really going on? i mean politics and media doin the same thing as 2020 and most follow like sheeps.. man is so hard to see? deep in my heart i think not the majority of us germans want this war in ukraine longterm at all

[@Macorian]

As I said before, that's not true. It will have an enormous impact. More ppl need to hear this. Despair is the enemy's greatest most potent weapon. Despair, that's you, Kirk. This is defeatism and I'm not sure weather you're not of sound mind and soul anymore, or you're trying to sabotage the message on purpose (the latter seeming more likely). One can always talk to those who oppose you, "but no counsel I have to give to those who despair. But counsel I could give, will you not listen"? Kirk, I'm not talking about the evil "them", I'm talking to you. People like you are the real problem. Sad but it needs to be said.

[@paulbrown5082]

Mr. McGovern, a man with a golden character, a man that calls truth my it’s rightful name, a man who speaks impetuously, and for the good of all mankind. Truth is like a Lion, it does not retreat in times of adversity. Thank you sir!

[@Aengrod]

More like a man with the agenda.

[@cookie450]

I wish there were more humans like him in times like these.

[@Lucia-sy7le]

More like he is the proper English. Yes, I wish there were.💜🕊️🇺🇸

[@josephregallis3394]

A very smart and honorable man!

[@beadmylife3129]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 One speech for the truth, one speech for peace, one speech for the children! But we want more!!

[@normtran7501]

Mr. McGovern, you are truly a man with great integrity. A remarkable speech you had delivered!!!

[@anthonymoody4477]

Who let him in? What a hero to witness a man with such integrity and courage. Amazed that the USA didn't insist that he be banned from attending.

[@spacetraveller9399]

They probably let people like him speak because they know it won't change anything but it can be used as an example of "free speech".

[@nadiawheeler4772]

To Understand.... That is pure Truth and indeed ❣️ a way to " Keep moving forward, and not killing our Children"... Thank you for that common Sense approach

[@mourissaj]

This kind gentleman should write a book, perhaps there should be one already

[@Lucia-sy7le]

Why?

[@raniatahar7935]

Thank you for sharing Mr. Abboud

[@themarbleking]

The USA is an occupied country, or did the natives there invite them in? No, Europeans conquered that land, killed and displaced them and replaced them with cows. They did something similar in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, South America and more. They eventually tried and failed to do the same in the African continent and in India, but now they want these countries support to do the same in Russia. I urge all ex colonies not to support the European empire and their occupied countries in their quest for world subjugation.

[@reggieduquesnoy]

One of a precious few....

[@mvwoon]

We haven't had that spirit here since 1969 Pour it on, Ray McGovern. God bless you, and thank you for your service.

[@gw1284]

Thank you Mr McGovern for speaking out

[@Startrance85]

The bombing on the Nordstream pipeline hurt Germany far more then Russia, so this is alarming.

[@valscitrop8299]

Thank you so much for this. I just hope to hear more people talk like this. Despite being deeply disappointed I still hope In long term honesty must prevail.

[@erickvandemoosdijk5989]

What a great speech. Glad to hear in the Netherlands.

[@prolifeunity]

Amazing speech!

[@NSGca]

Ray the video sends chills down my spine. Born in 60, my children were all born between 85 & 95, I have you as a sane individual in the know! My children have few, if any to speak the truth. Hopefully there will be bureaucrats in their generation speak the truth of the past and what can be in all of their future. No more forever wars, speak to your partners from sovereign countries. We all want the same thing. Family, decent employment and peaceful sleep!

[@christophersimonlkw]

Bravo Mr. McGovern. Thank you. And thanks for shareing.

[@fCauneau]

Sometime you cross the road of people you know there is one in a billion in a century... This guy is awesome.

[@ruthjilani4760]

This is an honest man and Zelinsky shout hear him out.

[@fauziachoudhry5312]

McGovern is too honest for he likes of Zelensky, who is a poster child for Blackrock, Goldman Sachs, j p Morgan and the rest of corporate elites.

[@elenah8582]

Thank you! Please continue your hard work! From 🇷🇺 with ❤️

[@damienflinter4585]

Wow...an outbreak of humanity...call security.

[@gavinetang5756]

Thé world needs people with true integrity and principle than ever…pity so many even don’t have the courage to face truth

[@higgz73]

No to nato

[@robertyoung8785]

higgz73, NATO the NORTH AMERICAN TERRORIST ORGANISATION.

[@sofly7634]

Agreed What a wealth of knowledge McGovern has No more hurting children. Full stop

[@thibaultmberabahizi9381]

Thank you Mr McGovern! You give us hope

[@magusaquarius]

Thank you, Mr. McGovern, from Germany for speaking the truth. If I were to say that in Germany, I run the risk of losing my job or being reported. Some people have also lost their homes or their bank accounts! Shitstorm campaigns are now the order of the day! I am now very concerned about this totalitarian "cancel culture". 😳😢

[@Dedrael81]

Pics or it didnt happen.

[@jklam00]

🙏thank you sir!

[@irabraus9478]

"We trusted you" says it all.

[@gunnarerdmann7104]

Only few people are strong enough to tell the truth. He is one of them.

[@peteg1114]

How do you know it is true?

[@gunnarerdmann7104]

@@peteg1114 Scott Ritter @ Kim Iversen

[@peteg1114]

@@gunnarerdmann7104 you believe Ritter? No chance. A delusional sex offender

[@dabay200]

McGovern is a superb speaker, he has such a sharp mind for an 83 year old.

[@jlr7239]

Many thanks M. McGovern for your intelligence, your integrity and you courage (from a french citizen).

[@mikeroscoe1971]

You can hear this man is honourable

[@sacco_vanzetti]

Ray McGovern ist ein liebenswerter, aufrichtiger Mensch. DANKE, lieber Ray! Vielen lieben Dank!

[@craigguilmet6282]

Now that is how a man talks. Very well stated Ray thank you for speaking up.

[@vkgalebzemun]

Well done Mr. McGovern!!! Thank you for your honesty and truthfulness!!!

[@ctrlshift6045]

Powerful speech. The world thanks you

[@spookyazct]

Man is a true American patriot.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Ro8st3r]

So sad that these people are so scars and so seldom being heard. Well said my friend, you belong to the current day hero’s that can see the big picture through all the bs that is going on these days. I’ll try my best to bring forward your speech and stop being silent. Bless you ❤

[@nsjx]

Thank you for sharing, Nizar

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

This man is "casting pearls before swine" ... his words are wasted on those who have no honour or integrity... 😒

[@henrykuppens9097]

The UN can regain its dignity after the real world set itself free from the US by dedollarization. The swines (de west) are losing their colonial power rapidly.

[@davidaxelos4678]

"Perlen vor die Säue werfen", as he would put it😉

[@frankherrgott]

This man is a Saint! May your voice be heard all over the world. Thank you!

[@musicclassic5938]

To the best of my knowledge, Ray is a devout Catholic.

[@bobpietraszewski4331]

So many of us still remember the drills of hiding under our school desk in case of a nuclear attack or atomic attack

[@johntravena119]

They don’t make em like this no mo.

[@dubrulphilippe3815]

❤❤❤❤❤✌ every day this war is fought lives are lost....

[@jk21nola91]

Families are broken…😢

[@tomickyfm8925]

Thank you so much Raymond McGovern

[@TheBlackClockOfTime]

Now that is what I'd call WISDOM. I wish someone will solve aging. Because if we live to be a thousand years old, there will be no more war.

[@just4visit]

the world seems still has honest people of integrity!

[@helmutdiez4306]

Great to mention that the freedom speech in Germany isn’t granted anymore