The Need for American Resolve in the Face of Putin’s Aggression

Our leaders must be clear that they will reject the siren song of surrender when the moment calls for courage.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin (center), Chief of the General Staff of Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov (left), and Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visit the Mulino training ground to observe the Zapad-2021 military exercises in Nizhny, Russia, September 13, 2021.

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The United States must remain steadfast in support of Ukraine despite the isolationist elements that are now making themselves heard among Republicans. Russian president Vladimir Putin is attempting to make war among nations in Europe the norm, as it was in the twentieth century — and that poses a threat to America that must not be allowed to take root.

Ever since their invasion began in February 2022, Russian forces have murdered civilians, kidnapped Ukrainian children and deported them to Russia, and committed other atrocities. Sooner or later there must be a day of judgment for these war criminals.

JG

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James S. Gilmore III

James S. Gilmore III was the U.S. ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe from 2019–2021, and the 68th governor of Virginia from 1998–2002.

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