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pat_k

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Tue Mar 3, 2026, 06:47 PM Yesterday

When Russia is the existential threat to Western democracy, wtf are we doing in the gulf?!?? [View all]

A Ukrainian victory is essential to uphold international law, maintain the post-WWII security order in Europe, and prevent the expansion of authoritarian spheres of influence.

So why are we spending blood and treasure in the gulf?

It's long passed time for a major push from pro-democracy forces here to restore -- and substantially increase -- material support for Ukraine. That is the war we should be going all out for.

A great conversation between Simon Rosenberg and Stuart Stevens (who is currently in Ukraine).

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