I write from what I suspect is a growing minority position within some conservative circles: Namely, I still believe it’s in America’s best interests to assist Ukraine in standing up to Russia.
The Russians are open to peace because Putin knows they have used more resources than expected – a lot more – in trying to take the country. And, I suspect, they are worried that their support from China might dry up because of all the resources they have used to make what amounts to little gain in Ukraine. So while everyone is accusing President Donald Trump of bowing to Putin’s whims, the truth is a bit more complex. It’s not that peace would give Putin what he wants in Ukraine, but it allows Putin to save face.
What happened in the Oval Office yesterday was a boon for Putin. That’s not really in question. It’s less about how Trump “helped” Putin and more about…
