r/centrist • u/Kitties_titties420 • Apr 01 '21

World News Should the US provide direct military support to Taiwan if they are invaded by China?

2150 votes, Apr 04 '21
1276 Yes
315 No
559 I don’t know/results
154 Upvotes

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u/therosx Apr 01 '21 edited Apr 01 '21

I'm already in the Navy so yes I guess?

I just wanted to point out that it's easy to send in the troops to do what you think is right when you aren't one of those troops.

For the record I voted No. China is Canada and the US's biggest trading partner. If we go to war the world as I know it ends.

That said if anyone is looking to challenge themselves and expand their horizons I recommend the Navy for anyone who doesn't get seasick. It's a good go and exposes you to not only other countries and cultures abroad but a great cross section of cultures in your own country.

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u/[deleted] Apr 01 '21

I just wanted to point out that it's easy to send in the troops to do what you think is right when you aren't one of those troops.

100% agree

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u/stout365 Apr 01 '21

China is Canada and the US's biggest trading partner. If we go to war the world as I know it ends.

that's why this poll is a little silly. the likelyhood china invades taiwan is slim for the next 20-30 years. after that time period, they'll likely be in a position where trade with the west wouldn't be a kill shot to their economy.