On Aug. 24, terrorists released American prisoner Peter Theo Curtis. By Aug. 25, the world was aware of his release. Almost immediately, the administration stated that a ransom was not paid and they were not aware of the reason for the release.
My issue is the administration did nothing to make this happen. Obviously, the terrorists did not wake up on Aug. 24 and decide to free this prisoner after two years of captivity. They had to take this into consideration for some time before the release.
What that tells me is that the administration never asked for the release of any prisoners in the last few months. I’m sure if they would have asked during the time the captors were considering the release, it would have been granted. The administration would have looked great in the handling of this issue, but they admit having nothing to do with it.
I understand a delay by the administration might be the reason the raid to free these prisoners failed, because the prisoners were moved while the president played golf and attended fundraisers.
One of the three prisoners was James Foley, who was beheaded by his captors last week. Inaction by the administration proved to be a death warrant for Mr. Foley and, through no help from our government, a miracle for Mr. Curtis. No more practicing presidents, please!
Ronald Piretti, Royal Palm Beach
Yes the inability of this president to lead, manage and have compassion for his country is something this land has never experienced. His lack of leadership and continued golf may well send us all to the brink. Let us understand that each and everyone of us is responsible when we vote for superficial people or worst – don’t vote at all. Make your vote count, start right here in your local elections to find good, serious qualified candidates and send them on to work for you!