John Ondrasik Rips the Biden Administration’s Afghanistan Failure a New One With “Blood on My Hands” – Opinion

Folk music is a traditional form of protest. Many people have somewhere along the line sung along with “Mister Froggy Went A-Courtin’” without realizing the song was at one point protesting the quite unpopular (in England, anyway) wooing of Queen Elizabeth I by French nobleman Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alençon. Images of Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and a younger Bob Dylan are all that come to mind in recent years. It is not common to hear a conservative musician voicing disapproval. John Ondrasik, also known as Five for Fighting, has scored one for us.

Ondrasik, who last year scorched the feckless Biden Administration’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal with his song “Blood on My Hands,” has released an updated video of the song featuring himself alone with his acoustic guitar performing the song in front of the White House. Warning: The video contains graphic images depicting Taliban violence.

01/03/21
Taliban Abandoned

American Citizens–100+
Allies–60K+
Afghan Brothers in Arms 200K
20M: Women Rights Decision
Music outlawed
LGBTQ Hunted
Children sold for food
Accountability – 0

Blood On My Hands – White House https://t.co/VMARuBAFy9#AmericansforAfghanistan pic.twitter.com/rTsUBbQvf0

— John Ondrasik (@johnondrasik) January 3, 2022

This video ends with an audio interview that Ondrasik had with Amrullah Saleh, former Vice President for Afghanistan. Saleh is unabashed in his critique of America’s actions.

“America has not only lied to the Afghani people. It’s lying to itself. This betrayal does not result in the end of the system. The (the) fates of millions of people is what the betrayal is all about. Who will take this administration’s word seriously, as well as future administrations? Who?”

Ondrasik, as is his normal operational procedure puts his money where his mouth says. All proceeds from the song — both the original version, which is available for purchase on Apple Music, Qobuz, and Amazon, and the new version — are going to proven charity organizations, including Gary Sinise’s foundation dedicated to helping American veterans and their families.

Quoting Ondrasik:

“After experiencing the reaction to ‘Blood On My Hands,’ particularly from veterans, I felt a calling to document with images, music and commentary, America’s catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan, and its ongoing ramifications.

“This music video is not a yesteryear documentary. This music video is not a yesteryear documentary. It’s a call to arms for the next few months and years. To demand accountability for Afghan citizens, SIV holders, and Afghan allies.

“Heartfelt thanks to the brave journalists, photojournalists, and private citizens who risk their lives documenting ongoing Taliban atrocities. Ex-Vice President Saleh, thank you for your clarity, wit, and elegance. For me, it was crucial that an Afghan leader said the final word. I’d also recognize those in the State Department who, under challenging circumstances, are assisting evacuation efforts. And to the vets, patriots, and orgs around the world keeping the promise of ‘no man left behind’ — you humble and inspire me. You are the bright light in this darkness. You are the definition of the word ‘honor.’

“The passing of time will not ease the great shame festering in our collective gut. America’s decision to withdraw from Afghanistan will only lead to a worsening of morality. Bi-partisan efforts currently underway in Congress to recognize this fact give me hope. Until we admit our complicity and implement policy to atone for our actions, I believe that only then will we begin to regain our stature as a nation.”

Ondrasik supports our troops over many years, it is worth mentioning. Quoting from a press release: “He has given countless performances for the USO and participated in keynote speaking engagements across the globe. Over the years, Ondrasik has given away five volumes of his compilation, “CD for the Troops,” to our U.S. Armed Forces, and more than one million copies have been distributed to soldiers worldwide.”

Are you tired of the leftist artist? Support John Ondrasik and put your money where your mouth is. He will continue to speak raw truths to the people who have created this mess.