Does Washington have a plan B if the Ukrainian counteroffensive doesn’t work out?

In his essay “On Liberty,” John Stuart Mill explained the importance of listening to opposing views with an open mind. He emphasized how, despite our own deep convictions, we may be mistaken. More likely, we are partially correct and partially mistaken. Then, by making incremental adjustments we can advance toward a better understanding. Finally, Mill pointed out that even if we are completely correct, our opinions will deteriorate into stale dogma unless we are compelled to defend them.

As Ukraine’s forces continue to struggle, pressure is mounting to end the war on terms that were previously unthinkable

Ukraine appears to be running out of options in a counteroffensive that officials originally framed as Kyiv’s crucial operation to retake significant territory from occupying Russian forces this year.

Criticism of Kyiv’s strategy from American officials widens rift between allies at crucial time

Ukraine misfires on taking southern town of Melitopol while signs grow of what could be a decisive Russian offensive

Fatigue with the war in Ukraine is growing louder as the war in Ukraine drags on with no end in sight.

The Kremlin is now using every tool it can find to foment divisions within the Nato military alliance

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt

Tell Me Why? Politicians lie, cheat, invade, destroy, set people against each other, nuke civilians and never apologize.