I am seething with rage. 😡 As the granddaughter of a veteran who fought at Normandy on D-Day, I am so deeply ashamed that this POS has disgraced the memories of those we lost and every American alive today and our freedom fighters here and abroad with this disgusting act of propaganda engineered to hide the weakness of an American president and his inability to govern. It’s unforgivable. Everyone, donate what you can to United24 and give to the Ukrainian cause, then find a protest and stand with Ukraine! 🇺🇦
Yes! And to think that this year we will commemorate the end of WWII in Europe...I don't see how Trump can show his face. He has deeply damaged us at home and around the world. That would have been an event where we could have been acknowledged and appreciated as good guys and strengthen our current alliances. Trump has trashed all that.
You've expressed so well the deep, deep shame and disgust we all feel regarding Trump's and Vance's despicable, shameful behavior, and toward a legitimate world leader. Ukraine was viciously and wantonly attacked unprovoked by Russia. Do T and V have absolutely no humanity in their hearts and souls toward a country whose children, women, grandparents, etc. were savagely attacked and murdered by Russia. Who are these demons????
Thank you for helping the voiceless who suffer in huge numbers as no one else does. Also, you can have a look at PETA and a few others rescuing animals from a front line
Yes. My Dad was not at D-Day but both of my parents joined the U.S. Army in 1942 and my first memories are of war-torn German in the 1950s. TOTAL DISRESPECT is what enraged me first today.
Tell me where WE who find so much pain in this moment for Ukrainians can give to a fund that shows WE stand with them. I would like a "go fund me" type place that shows our particular revulsion of what happened in OUR OVAL office with thuggish trump/vance. It would be our chance to show our RESISTANCE now and always for countries that are invaded to be dominated by dictators.
United24, the President's Initiative, lets you donate directly to Ukraine's defense, donate to rebuild Ukraine, or to several other great Ukraine causes. I believe the url is u24.gov.ua
If you are thinking today about how to help Ukrainians, here are some possibilities: Come Back Alive, a Ukrainian NGO that supports soldiers on the battlefield and veterans; United 24, the Ukrainian state platform for donations, with many excellent projects); RAZOM, an American NGO, tax-deductible for US citizens, which cooperates with Ukrainian NGOS to support civilians; and BlueCheck Ukraine, which aims for efficient cooperation with Ukrainian groups and is also tax-deductible.
Did you hear that a Norwegian refueler of military ships refuses to fill USA ships because of Zelensky's horrible treatment? Haltbakk Bunkers I will take resisers from anywhere. People who put the money where their mouth is have added admirations.
I was outraged when I watched the excoriation of President Zelenskyy by two of the most disgusting people who have ever been in power in the U.S. After listening to you, however, I am surprised to find tears rolling down my face. I realize that I am grieving the death of my country.
I just started crying because deep down my anger is really fear of feeling the grief of the death of an amazing idea, 250 years old, that allowed us self-rule. Though never perfect, it held out hope that one day.....
I cannot think of this grief again because I must use every day to RESIST with "blood, sweat and tears" until my death.
Nothing will. But some of the most evil men end badly. Hitler died miserably in a bunker and his generals wanted to kill him. At this point I feel I have a tiny fist waving in the air. But King Farouk of Egypt, in exile in Italy I believe, ate himself to death. Maybe that will be more accurate.
Thank you for articulating these points so clearly. I can tell by your affect and demeanor how gravely confounding you find the present state of American politics. Please continue to create videos like this one. I appreciate your contributions.
This Tues he'll be speaking to the joint session of Congress and there will be millions and millions of people watching. Dems can do civil disobedience. After each lie, one by one, they can stand up and turn their backs to him. Soon, many will be standing and can shout "Stop the Steal" or sing the national anthem... They can hold the floor and interrupt the coronation just like he tried to do on J6. He will be shamed and we know he'll respond badly, despicably.
He will be exposed as the weak pitiful man he is and his party will also be rebuked.
Who can initiate this action? Bernie? AOC? Murphy? Crockett?
Certainly not Schumer or Jeffries who should get the hell out of the way and let the strong people take the lead. If Dems sit meekly by, then capitulation will be complete in the eyes of the world and Dems will have abandoned us again.
Sorry for cross-posting but wanted to reply to your suggestion, Anne. First, I love it! Symbolic gestures DO matter! Let's keep the creative ideas coming, and people will act on the best of them. In that spirit, I suggested the following to Senator Schumer (one of my senators) and a similar one to my NY Representative. I would love to hear people’s thoughts about it! And we certainly don't need to wait to wait for this or that leader, as you say, but some leadership is needed!
Senator Schumer,
With our federal laws and even our Constitution being violated by a rogue President, now is the time for you and your fellow Democrats and Independents (and any Republicans who have the courage) to lead in the resistance. We need a strong statement, one that is symbolic, impactful, AND feasible.
So here is my suggestion: a Liberty Torch relay to Washington, D.C. that passes through villages, towns, cities, and suburbs on its way to D.C. via state capitals, with perhaps a scheduled "arrival" in D.C. on July 4th. There would be a statement on the torch reaffirming commitment to uphold and protect the Constitution of the United States, and then there would be a digital mechanism, perhaps using blockchain technology, for Americans to electronically sign their name to that statement. This would enable Americans to sign onto the statement without having to physically attend the relay. And the torch would be not one torch but 435 torches that start in the Congressional districts and make their way to their state capital. If blockchain is used, then with each signature, the blockchain gets longer. As these torches are relayed there would be opportunities for ceremonies to receive and pass on the torch, with marches and caravans along the way.
From each state capital, a caravan of that state's torches would then drive to Washington D.C. An "app" could be set up to enable Americans to track the relay of the torches along with signatures as they came in. PSAs and local and national media would track the spectacle. There would then be a grand Constitutional lighting ceremony in Washington D.C. attended by Congressional and civil leaders to receive the 435 torches where they would be displayed. Each Senator and House Representative, Supreme Court Justice, and the President would then be called on to reaffirm their commitment, per their oath of office, to support and defend the Constitution of the United States by signing a federal version of the torch.
A nonresponse to these historically unprecedented attacks on our Constitution and underlying democratic norms would reinforce these attacks by implicitly accepting them. Our hand is forced. The time for action--to say that this in not normal or acceptable--is now.
Please let me know what you think. I stand ready to help make something like this happen.
I agree with you one hundred percent. I have forwarded your suggestion to my Congresswoman and both of my Senators, and I urge every who reads this to do the same.
Good! Let’s push them to do something there. Not some gathering in front of the cameras outside on the steps making pronouncements. Public action. If people see them lead the way in taking risk I bet it will encourage US to get out there and do the same.
I like this idea. I had an idea the other day regarding the 12 year old at the press podium saying they would pick and choose news outlets; what if no one showed up? Effectively a news media boycott. The admin would wither without the media reporting, especially president Cartman. just a thought
Thanks to the people who like my idea. Consequently it was shot down by Peter Baker on "The Weekend" last Sunday. He said getting all the press to do that would be like herding cats. Even if it did happen all the seats would be refilled by supporters, just like they do at rallies. Oh well.
Now, I had another idea: I am always speaking to the TV when I see good information on, for instance, MSNBC; I am saying "The information you are putting out is like speaking to the choir. These pieces need to be on FOX, etc.
Apparently that cannot or will not be done.
So, the idea is to make a list of all the twitter (or FB) handles of Pulican Senators and Congressional reps. Then take the links from these great Substack pieces and post them on the sites of the people on the list. That way there would be good information in all these feeds that maybe, maybe, might be read. In order to add more of the handles to each post, saving time, one could use one of the shortening services on the links: Tinyurl, Bitly, Short.io, Rebrandly, or Dub. Might work, might not? What say you Peter? ;-)))))))))))
My Rep., Jim McGovern said in a town hall recently, that we should all share our ideas widely because you never know which idea will go viral and be the spark for change and They Need Ideas. So… Keep spreading your ideas around. It inspires everyone else and we’ll just keep showing up everywhere.
YES Carol!! President Trump and JD Vance were despicable. I immediately called my Republican Representative in Congress and said I want him to speak out against Trump and Vance and their disrespectful treatment of President Zelensky. Trump sounded like Putin! Disgusting!
Putin, yes but also like a man who grabs a female "pussy" because he thinks he has the right. I'm sure he forced children to have sex with him and assaulted many females. He is an insecure, fat, ugly thing who cannot feel secure until he controls, bullies, forces someone to do his bidding. He is a convicted felon, sexual assaulter and a dangerous threat to the world and our country. That wealthy people applaud and give in to him is disgusting. They should lose all their wealth for betrayal of 330M people in USA and millions in democratic countries around the world.
I truly hate to think of what I would do with all these traitors to the USA.
Yes. I am so grateful that you made this video. I haven't even had the nerve to watch what happened. It's hard for me to look and listen to Trump and Vance under any circumstances, but I've heard enough about it to feel lost. Now, after hearing what you said, I feel less lost. Thank you. I just called my Republican Senator.
First generation Ukrainian American daughter of Partisan here. I sit here with disbelief. Stunned that these two men are Americans, parroting Russian talking points, unaware of where they sit and the legacy of that office, and unaware of the depth of the man at whom they are yelling. Ukrainians understand propaganda. Ukrainians know their history and the past attempts at promises of those who sought only to carve up their country. This is a tipping point. President Zelensky, the Ukrainians, and the EU will prevail. And sadly, America will suffer for all the actions of these broken liars.
Also second generation Ukrainian. Zelensky is a hero. Trumpovsky and Vanceovskaya are Putin’s lapdogs. My greater fear and concern is how can they be stopped. They are giving Putin access to taking over not only Ukraine, Eastern Europe but also the US. Trump, being a Russian asset, Muskova a thief with who knows what he and Putin are planning, and Vance a yelling Nazi idiot, man wanting to control and berate women including his wife and mother in law. Can they be stopped exposed and convicted of treason? They refuse to obey the laws so other ways will have to be taken to stop them from totally ruining the US.
Americans are losing their friends and allies everywhere. People have started boycotting anything American. It started with Tesla cars but you can expect it to spread. The United-States have also lost the trust that was built over the years. If Americans don't react they may wake up one morning and find out they have become a colony of the new Chinese-Russian superpower, courtesy of Trump/Musk.
but one good came from the oval office meeting: the Europeans, Japanese, Australians, South Koreans all know what they nerd to do next. Form a democratic coalition without America for there self protection!
I forgot Canada, Mexico and Indonesia and the Philippines🙈. sorry. In the week since the original post, many of these countries have already begun the formation of the "America Out" coalition. And the new world order in formation has a realignment we could not have predicted happening so quickly: China/Iran/north Korea/Amer-Russia/Democratic Countries. New nukes. New rearmament. God save our blue sphere.
An ambush/mob shakedown of an incredibly brave ally. And the throwaway line that it would make good television only showed the shallow vileness of this administration. Thank you for the always excellent analysis.
Have you seen the replies of most Republicans to the 2 questions: Did Russia invade Ukraine in 2022? and Is Vladimir Putin a dictator? in The Atlantic. You had to answer Yes or No. Very few answered the questions. They are afraid...
Putin, with a Saudi boost, helped Elon buy Twitter and AI let Elon know how much cash to spend with Zuck, zeroing in those ads and propaganda in those key districts of swing states. When you have enough money to spend, a proven persuasive algorithm, an addictive dopamine platform, combing personalized propagandist, an amplification device, Twitter, a delivery device Facebook newsfeed, to a pre-selected vulnerable persuadable target ( voter), data analyzing scientists, political technologists, it’s not that hard to manipulate an electoral system that was set up in the early 1800’s to protect a slave holding oligarchical class in the developing country.
It’s not rocket science .
But when you apply rocket science kind of money, technology, educated and driven people, and AI …that’s a powerful mix to getting things done. In this case, taking an election with military grade psychological weapons.
Have you seen the. News articles about the threats to senators’ and congresspeople’s persons and families? Such a dangerous moment. If T actually has someone killed, won’t that stop people from speaking out! Because of their fear, now is the time for them to speak out! And for us to speak out! What are you doing today that is more important than that?
Thank you for doing this amazing analysis; I just watched a video of the meeting and was completely appalled by the behavior of Trump and Vance. They are an embarrassment to all of us. I'm doing what I can to support Ukraine through United 24.
I cannot stop crying. My stomach is retching. My mother was Ukrainian. I used to say a proud Ukrainian American. I can no longer add “American”. The courage Zelenskyy’s exhibited in submitting himself to what can only be called humiliation for the sake of his people showed himself to be the true warrior. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker said “ The best way to spot an idiot, look for the person who is cruel.” Perfect descriptions of Trump and Vance.
I am so glad you speak of Zelensky's courage. You are entirely correct - he is the real warrior. I don't want to use my credit card tonight, but I will donate to Ukraine tomorrow in your mother's honor.
I am seething with rage. 😡 As the granddaughter of a veteran who fought at Normandy on D-Day, I am so deeply ashamed that this POS has disgraced the memories of those we lost and every American alive today and our freedom fighters here and abroad with this disgusting act of propaganda engineered to hide the weakness of an American president and his inability to govern. It’s unforgivable. Everyone, donate what you can to United24 and give to the Ukrainian cause, then find a protest and stand with Ukraine! 🇺🇦
Yes! And to think that this year we will commemorate the end of WWII in Europe...I don't see how Trump can show his face. He has deeply damaged us at home and around the world. That would have been an event where we could have been acknowledged and appreciated as good guys and strengthen our current alliances. Trump has trashed all that.
Tramp most likely will travel to moscow to celebrate
You've expressed so well the deep, deep shame and disgust we all feel regarding Trump's and Vance's despicable, shameful behavior, and toward a legitimate world leader. Ukraine was viciously and wantonly attacked unprovoked by Russia. Do T and V have absolutely no humanity in their hearts and souls toward a country whose children, women, grandparents, etc. were savagely attacked and murdered by Russia. Who are these demons????
I have been giving to https://rolda.org/breaking-news-ukraine/ So many abandoned animals
Thank you for helping the voiceless who suffer in huge numbers as no one else does. Also, you can have a look at PETA and a few others rescuing animals from a front line
Yes. My Dad was not at D-Day but both of my parents joined the U.S. Army in 1942 and my first memories are of war-torn German in the 1950s. TOTAL DISRESPECT is what enraged me first today.
I have been donating to RAZOM and just did so a couple of days ago.
All set. Thanks.
Done. Thank you.
What's RAZOM?
It is a nonprofit suggested by Dr. Snyder. https://www.razomforukraine.org/
Just donated
Yes, donated tonight with hopes that every citizen of the US who is able, does too🇺🇦
me, too!!!
Thank you. I just did.
Same here. Disgusted, and my mother and father-in-law fought in WWII in Europe. It makes me nauseous what these "leaders" of the US are doing.
Tell me where WE who find so much pain in this moment for Ukrainians can give to a fund that shows WE stand with them. I would like a "go fund me" type place that shows our particular revulsion of what happened in OUR OVAL office with thuggish trump/vance. It would be our chance to show our RESISTANCE now and always for countries that are invaded to be dominated by dictators.
Dr. Snyder recommended RAZOM after Russia invaded Ukraine. 4 out of 4 stars on Charity Navigator. https://www.razomforukraine.org/
Check the sites for more info.
How to SAY WE are sorry to Zelensky/Ukraine? DONATE! Both of these are fully tax deductible if you itemize IRS deductions.
Razom for Ukraine
United 24 or
"The official partner of UNITED24 in US is Ukraine House DC Foundation, a 501(c)3 registered nonprofit organization (EIN 872080907)" -Wiki
Thank you for the lead. This charity is fully tax deductible on itemized deductions for IRS filing. (501)(c)(3)
United24, the President's Initiative, lets you donate directly to Ukraine's defense, donate to rebuild Ukraine, or to several other great Ukraine causes. I believe the url is u24.gov.ua
How to SAY WE are sorry to Zelensky/Ukraine? DONATE! Both of these are fully tax deductible if you itemize IRS deductions.
Razom for Ukraine
United 24 or
"The official partner of UNITED24 in US is Ukraine House DC Foundation, a 501(c)3 registered nonprofit organization (EIN 872080907)" -Wiki
Thank you. I'll check it out.
compassion Connection UA is a nonprofit 501 organization supplying goods to to support Ukraine
Thank you, Charles.
Copied from Timothy Snyder’s 3/1 post:
If you are thinking today about how to help Ukrainians, here are some possibilities: Come Back Alive, a Ukrainian NGO that supports soldiers on the battlefield and veterans; United 24, the Ukrainian state platform for donations, with many excellent projects); RAZOM, an American NGO, tax-deductible for US citizens, which cooperates with Ukrainian NGOS to support civilians; and BlueCheck Ukraine, which aims for efficient cooperation with Ukrainian groups and is also tax-deductible.
so great, thanks.
Did you hear that a Norwegian refueler of military ships refuses to fill USA ships because of Zelensky's horrible treatment? Haltbakk Bunkers I will take resisers from anywhere. People who put the money where their mouth is have added admirations.
Have a peaceful night. emoji, emoji
in california, its hard to find a protest near me. is there a list ?
I was outraged when I watched the excoriation of President Zelenskyy by two of the most disgusting people who have ever been in power in the U.S. After listening to you, however, I am surprised to find tears rolling down my face. I realize that I am grieving the death of my country.
I've been crying for hours, and I'm not even American.
((( ))) As an American, thank you.
Agree totally. As an American, I am proud to be your fellow citizen.
And I, yours.
That is exactly how I'm feeling! I am so ashamed to be an American, I am so very thankful for Timothy Snyder.
I just started crying because deep down my anger is really fear of feeling the grief of the death of an amazing idea, 250 years old, that allowed us self-rule. Though never perfect, it held out hope that one day.....
I cannot think of this grief again because I must use every day to RESIST with "blood, sweat and tears" until my death.
Your last thought “saying the quiet part out loud.”
Your courage is appreciated.
Why do you think the country has died?
Fascists, anti-Constitutionalists, and a dictator have almost all of the power now.
Keep an image of the final days of Mussolini in your mind.
Yes, but the fact that it took such a long, long time, and a more than a million deaths, does not console me.
Nothing will. But some of the most evil men end badly. Hitler died miserably in a bunker and his generals wanted to kill him. At this point I feel I have a tiny fist waving in the air. But King Farouk of Egypt, in exile in Italy I believe, ate himself to death. Maybe that will be more accurate.
80,000,000 people died by the time Hitler committed suicide. That's no consolation. (And his generals failed.)
Facebook “news” feed is the fast track to fascism.
Maybe future historians will easily see, how over just two decades, it was Facebook newsfeed that caused world war 3.
Do you like the answers?
No.
Thank you for articulating these points so clearly. I can tell by your affect and demeanor how gravely confounding you find the present state of American politics. Please continue to create videos like this one. I appreciate your contributions.
How beautifully stated. ❤️
Here's an idea.
This Tues he'll be speaking to the joint session of Congress and there will be millions and millions of people watching. Dems can do civil disobedience. After each lie, one by one, they can stand up and turn their backs to him. Soon, many will be standing and can shout "Stop the Steal" or sing the national anthem... They can hold the floor and interrupt the coronation just like he tried to do on J6. He will be shamed and we know he'll respond badly, despicably.
He will be exposed as the weak pitiful man he is and his party will also be rebuked.
Who can initiate this action? Bernie? AOC? Murphy? Crockett?
Certainly not Schumer or Jeffries who should get the hell out of the way and let the strong people take the lead. If Dems sit meekly by, then capitulation will be complete in the eyes of the world and Dems will have abandoned us again.
Thoughts
there are protests again this Tuesday March 4 in every state #50501
https://www.fiftyfifty.one/
Sorry for cross-posting but wanted to reply to your suggestion, Anne. First, I love it! Symbolic gestures DO matter! Let's keep the creative ideas coming, and people will act on the best of them. In that spirit, I suggested the following to Senator Schumer (one of my senators) and a similar one to my NY Representative. I would love to hear people’s thoughts about it! And we certainly don't need to wait to wait for this or that leader, as you say, but some leadership is needed!
Senator Schumer,
With our federal laws and even our Constitution being violated by a rogue President, now is the time for you and your fellow Democrats and Independents (and any Republicans who have the courage) to lead in the resistance. We need a strong statement, one that is symbolic, impactful, AND feasible.
So here is my suggestion: a Liberty Torch relay to Washington, D.C. that passes through villages, towns, cities, and suburbs on its way to D.C. via state capitals, with perhaps a scheduled "arrival" in D.C. on July 4th. There would be a statement on the torch reaffirming commitment to uphold and protect the Constitution of the United States, and then there would be a digital mechanism, perhaps using blockchain technology, for Americans to electronically sign their name to that statement. This would enable Americans to sign onto the statement without having to physically attend the relay. And the torch would be not one torch but 435 torches that start in the Congressional districts and make their way to their state capital. If blockchain is used, then with each signature, the blockchain gets longer. As these torches are relayed there would be opportunities for ceremonies to receive and pass on the torch, with marches and caravans along the way.
From each state capital, a caravan of that state's torches would then drive to Washington D.C. An "app" could be set up to enable Americans to track the relay of the torches along with signatures as they came in. PSAs and local and national media would track the spectacle. There would then be a grand Constitutional lighting ceremony in Washington D.C. attended by Congressional and civil leaders to receive the 435 torches where they would be displayed. Each Senator and House Representative, Supreme Court Justice, and the President would then be called on to reaffirm their commitment, per their oath of office, to support and defend the Constitution of the United States by signing a federal version of the torch.
A nonresponse to these historically unprecedented attacks on our Constitution and underlying democratic norms would reinforce these attacks by implicitly accepting them. Our hand is forced. The time for action--to say that this in not normal or acceptable--is now.
Please let me know what you think. I stand ready to help make something like this happen.
Thank you,
Stephan Brown
Great idea Stephan. That would matter to people and cut through the murk in a more personal way. We are all patriotic when we fight for our country.
I agree with you one hundred percent. I have forwarded your suggestion to my Congresswoman and both of my Senators, and I urge every who reads this to do the same.
Thanks for sending it on. If everyone sent it to 5 people...
Especially after today's fiasco, the Dems are obligated to take a public stand to rebuke them and stand for decency.
If the Dems do stop the joint session, do you think they can be forced to stop once they start? I dont think so.
Yes. They must do Something!
Thank you for suggesting this! I will share your idea widely!
Good! Let’s push them to do something there. Not some gathering in front of the cameras outside on the steps making pronouncements. Public action. If people see them lead the way in taking risk I bet it will encourage US to get out there and do the same.
I like this idea. I had an idea the other day regarding the 12 year old at the press podium saying they would pick and choose news outlets; what if no one showed up? Effectively a news media boycott. The admin would wither without the media reporting, especially president Cartman. just a thought
Yes, another good idea! What legacy news outlet would have the guts to do that?
Thanks to the people who like my idea. Consequently it was shot down by Peter Baker on "The Weekend" last Sunday. He said getting all the press to do that would be like herding cats. Even if it did happen all the seats would be refilled by supporters, just like they do at rallies. Oh well.
Now, I had another idea: I am always speaking to the TV when I see good information on, for instance, MSNBC; I am saying "The information you are putting out is like speaking to the choir. These pieces need to be on FOX, etc.
Apparently that cannot or will not be done.
So, the idea is to make a list of all the twitter (or FB) handles of Pulican Senators and Congressional reps. Then take the links from these great Substack pieces and post them on the sites of the people on the list. That way there would be good information in all these feeds that maybe, maybe, might be read. In order to add more of the handles to each post, saving time, one could use one of the shortening services on the links: Tinyurl, Bitly, Short.io, Rebrandly, or Dub. Might work, might not? What say you Peter? ;-)))))))))))
Thanks Joel.
My Rep., Jim McGovern said in a town hall recently, that we should all share our ideas widely because you never know which idea will go viral and be the spark for change and They Need Ideas. So… Keep spreading your ideas around. It inspires everyone else and we’ll just keep showing up everywhere.
Outstanding idea! EVERYONE MUST CONTACT your MOCs and encourage this kind of protest on Tuesday. The Dems must act and act with force.
Infuriating and embarrassing.. truly despicable
YES Carol!! President Trump and JD Vance were despicable. I immediately called my Republican Representative in Congress and said I want him to speak out against Trump and Vance and their disrespectful treatment of President Zelensky. Trump sounded like Putin! Disgusting!
I did the same.
These are good things to do and I have been doing them, but now we the people, for the people, by the people, must take our country back.
Putin, yes but also like a man who grabs a female "pussy" because he thinks he has the right. I'm sure he forced children to have sex with him and assaulted many females. He is an insecure, fat, ugly thing who cannot feel secure until he controls, bullies, forces someone to do his bidding. He is a convicted felon, sexual assaulter and a dangerous threat to the world and our country. That wealthy people applaud and give in to him is disgusting. They should lose all their wealth for betrayal of 330M people in USA and millions in democratic countries around the world.
I truly hate to think of what I would do with all these traitors to the USA.
So much sadness for Ukraine and Zelynskyy. The US is a rotting corpse.
So it seems.
Speechless, so happy that you can find words to describe this disgrace 😵💫
Yes. I am so grateful that you made this video. I haven't even had the nerve to watch what happened. It's hard for me to look and listen to Trump and Vance under any circumstances, but I've heard enough about it to feel lost. Now, after hearing what you said, I feel less lost. Thank you. I just called my Republican Senator.
First generation Ukrainian American daughter of Partisan here. I sit here with disbelief. Stunned that these two men are Americans, parroting Russian talking points, unaware of where they sit and the legacy of that office, and unaware of the depth of the man at whom they are yelling. Ukrainians understand propaganda. Ukrainians know their history and the past attempts at promises of those who sought only to carve up their country. This is a tipping point. President Zelensky, the Ukrainians, and the EU will prevail. And sadly, America will suffer for all the actions of these broken liars.
Second generation Ukrainian here. My sweet little babushka used to spit on television pictures of Stalin.
Churchill called Stalin "an unnatural man." That's what I think of when I think of Putin, Trump and Vance.
I’m with your babushka. Truth be told - I want to live long enough to piss on Trump’s grave.
Piss away. Sooner rather than later. I understand he falls asleep during the Musk cabinet meetings.
Also second generation Ukrainian. Zelensky is a hero. Trumpovsky and Vanceovskaya are Putin’s lapdogs. My greater fear and concern is how can they be stopped. They are giving Putin access to taking over not only Ukraine, Eastern Europe but also the US. Trump, being a Russian asset, Muskova a thief with who knows what he and Putin are planning, and Vance a yelling Nazi idiot, man wanting to control and berate women including his wife and mother in law. Can they be stopped exposed and convicted of treason? They refuse to obey the laws so other ways will have to be taken to stop them from totally ruining the US.
I am disgusted and embarrassed to be an American. Such a shameful display by Trump/Vance.
Americans are losing their friends and allies everywhere. People have started boycotting anything American. It started with Tesla cars but you can expect it to spread. The United-States have also lost the trust that was built over the years. If Americans don't react they may wake up one morning and find out they have become a colony of the new Chinese-Russian superpower, courtesy of Trump/Musk.
but one good came from the oval office meeting: the Europeans, Japanese, Australians, South Koreans all know what they nerd to do next. Form a democratic coalition without America for there self protection!
Please don't forget Canada.
I hope they exclude America from shared Intel
They will of course exclude us... we are not their alies anymore
Better still fed disinformation. The US should be attacked with all the ferocity the real free world can muster.
I forgot Canada, Mexico and Indonesia and the Philippines🙈. sorry. In the week since the original post, many of these countries have already begun the formation of the "America Out" coalition. And the new world order in formation has a realignment we could not have predicted happening so quickly: China/Iran/north Korea/Amer-Russia/Democratic Countries. New nukes. New rearmament. God save our blue sphere.
An ambush/mob shakedown of an incredibly brave ally. And the throwaway line that it would make good television only showed the shallow vileness of this administration. Thank you for the always excellent analysis.
They don’t know what hospitality means. Trump and his regime are hostile bullies.
I bet Trump and Vance would be very hospitable to Putin.
How in god's name did Putin manage to buy a US administration, twice! And now the Republican Congress.
Have you seen the replies of most Republicans to the 2 questions: Did Russia invade Ukraine in 2022? and Is Vladimir Putin a dictator? in The Atlantic. You had to answer Yes or No. Very few answered the questions. They are afraid...
Putin, with a Saudi boost, helped Elon buy Twitter and AI let Elon know how much cash to spend with Zuck, zeroing in those ads and propaganda in those key districts of swing states. When you have enough money to spend, a proven persuasive algorithm, an addictive dopamine platform, combing personalized propagandist, an amplification device, Twitter, a delivery device Facebook newsfeed, to a pre-selected vulnerable persuadable target ( voter), data analyzing scientists, political technologists, it’s not that hard to manipulate an electoral system that was set up in the early 1800’s to protect a slave holding oligarchical class in the developing country.
It’s not rocket science .
But when you apply rocket science kind of money, technology, educated and driven people, and AI …that’s a powerful mix to getting things done. In this case, taking an election with military grade psychological weapons.
Have you seen the. News articles about the threats to senators’ and congresspeople’s persons and families? Such a dangerous moment. If T actually has someone killed, won’t that stop people from speaking out! Because of their fear, now is the time for them to speak out! And for us to speak out! What are you doing today that is more important than that?
Putin taught Silicon Valley what lesson from 2016?
Thank you for doing this amazing analysis; I just watched a video of the meeting and was completely appalled by the behavior of Trump and Vance. They are an embarrassment to all of us. I'm doing what I can to support Ukraine through United 24.
It was an ambush https://www.lowyinstitute.org/the-interpreter/oval-office-ambush
Is United 24 a safe, genuine way to get money to Ukraine? Can it be a scam?
Definitely not a scam. Prof.Snyder personally sees what they are doing with the money.
They put on such a great show for Putin -he couldn’t have asked for or more.
The champagne corks are popping in Moscow tonight. 🍾🥂
I cannot stop crying. My stomach is retching. My mother was Ukrainian. I used to say a proud Ukrainian American. I can no longer add “American”. The courage Zelenskyy’s exhibited in submitting himself to what can only be called humiliation for the sake of his people showed himself to be the true warrior. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker said “ The best way to spot an idiot, look for the person who is cruel.” Perfect descriptions of Trump and Vance.
I am so glad you speak of Zelensky's courage. You are entirely correct - he is the real warrior. I don't want to use my credit card tonight, but I will donate to Ukraine tomorrow in your mother's honor.
Thank you. She would thank you as do I.
I just donated to Come Back Alive.