It is unfortunate that politicians in Washington, D.C., do not understand that history can repeat itself. The reasons for the downfall of Rome have much in common with a downfall of the USA, which is where this nation is headed.

Many historians report the main reasons for the downfall of Rome were:

• A lack of financial responsibility  (overspending).

• The military was thinly scattered around and no longer strong.

• Unable to secure its own borders around Rome.

• Lack of morality and a lack of leadership.

I believe if U.S. elected officials do not wake up and stop the destruction of America, this country will never be a great nation ever again.

Richard Bernard, Lewiston