Terrorism is the price of empire. If we do not wish to pay it, we must give up the empire

Terrorism is the price of empire. If we do not wish to pay it, we must give up the empire

Pat Buchanan, a conservative political commentator and former presidential candidate, has long been a vocal critic of American imperialism and interventionism. His belief that "terrorism is the price of empire" reflects his view that the United States' aggressive foreign policy has fueled anti-American sentiment and led to acts of terrorism against the country.

Buchanan argues that the United States' pursuit of empire, through military interventions and regime change operations, has created enemies around the world who see America as a bully and a threat to their sovereignty. This perception, he believes, has motivated terrorist groups to target the United States and its interests in retaliation for its actions.