Not many people understood what Andy was saying, but Andy at least made them aware of their situation. Finally, Andy spoke words that everyone could understand.
Andy said solemnly, "What we need to do is wait here. As soon as the Russians take action, someone will pin the label of collusion with Russia on Mad Dog. Then, it will all be about choosing sides. Whoever speaks for Mad Dog will become his accomplice, the accomplice to his collusion with Russia. In the face of war, nothing else matters, so Mad Dog will completely lose the support he once had."
A few people understood.
It was simply a chance to silence all voices. Facing an overwhelmingly powerful enemy, internal disputes must cease, everything must give way to war. If anyone makes noise at this time, it would be seen as lacking a sense of the bigger picture, of ignoring the overall situation.
