Dr. Paul Kengor explained how Democrat policies assisted the rise of Cambodia’s communist dictator Pol Pot, and how the New York Times contributed to the rise of Fidel Castro in a PragerU video. He highlighted how Democrat policies led to the rise of Pol Pot and the killing fields that followed.
Key Points
Democrat policies facilitated the rise of Pol Pot and Fidel Castro
Historical events like the Korean War and Vietnam War were influenced by these policies
The New York Times played a role in promoting Fidel Castro's image
Pros
Insightful analysis by Dr. Paul Kengor on the role of Democrat policies in the rise of Pol Pot and Fidel Castro
Historical context provided on how Democrat opposition affected containment efforts in East Asia
Cons
One-sided perspective without considering all factors that contributed to the rise of these dictators