Winning the war with equanimity

6 months ago

As I prepare to leave Kyiv Wednesday, here are notes on issues not covered in my earlier posts. Or where…

Ukraine’s opportunities and threats

6 months ago

Western appeasement would be a serious mistake. Ending Putin's threat to Ukraine will prevent war elsewhere. That is a worthy…

Ukraine’s strengths and weaknesses

6 months ago

Whatever the strengths and weaknesses on the Ukrainian side, Moscow will not implement whatever it signs. The best that can…

Culture, religion, and education in Ukraine

6 months ago

We shouldn't expect world class museums, performances, and universities. When we find them, they merit not only praise but support.

Rebuilding Ukraine: Hopes and Challenges

6 months ago

I'll be speaking at the Kyiv School of Economics Monday, also via Zoom. Please join: 🗓️ Date and time: May…

First impressions of a peaceful Kyiv at war

6 months ago

Street signs declare: "Kyiv is waiting for you after the victory." It's a strange message to those foreigners who are…

Failure and disgrace in 100 days

7 months ago

The Administration is weakening the United States. That is the only thing at which it is succeeding in its disgraceful…

Heading for Kyiv, thinking about post-war

7 months ago

This war should end with a prosperous, democratic Ukraine in Europe. If I can contribute to that goal, my trip…

Popular protests in Serbia target Vucic

7 months ago

The question is whether the demonstrators can exploit the moment to unseat a wily and experienced operative. I don't know…

What US aid will look like after USAID

7 months ago

US aid will be a cash cow for Trump donors, a mainstay of autocratic regimes friendly to the US, and…