If everything he has done and said to date is not enough to demonstrate that President Trump presents a clear and present danger to the world and to the future of this country, perhaps his threat to destroy the cultural heritage of the Iranian people and the world might do it?

Despite our differences with the Iranian regime, nothing justifies the wanton, deliberate destruction of archaeological and artistic works that contain key elements of human history, some dating back 2,500 years or more.


About opinions in the Missourian: The Missourian’s Opinion section is a public forum for the discussion of ideas. The views presented in this piece are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Missourian or the University of Missouri. If you would like to contribute to the Opinion page with a response or an original topic of your own, visit our submission form.