Originally Posted by Hastings
We are taking a dangerous gamble.


The Russians took the gamble when they invaded a sovereign country which they had pledged to respect.

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Russia may decide to end this foolishness.

The sooner they do the better. They were foolish to invade.

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Russian prosecution of this war has been quite restrained considering their capabilities

That is subject to debate.

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and considering that NATO's reason for being is to make war on Russia.


NATO's mission is to defend against Russia.

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What's in it for us?

World peace? Stability? Prosperity? What's in it for Russia?

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I'm not sure why Russia is our enemy.


Putin will tell you why if you listen to him. He sees Russia as an opposing counterpart to the West.

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I'm not sure why we prop up the countries of western Europe. George Washington warned against meddling in the affairs of Europe. He didn't know so much about Asia but I bet he would have advised against that also.

Perhaps. But the days of isolationism and royalty are long gone. I do wonder how he would view today.

Last edited by plumbum; 10/26/22.