There is little to support that hope. Most things point to the oppose. Granted, the Russians aren't interested in an all-out war with NATO, yet anyway, but do I think they would back down if directly challenged? Not much point to it, rather the contrary.
I don't think that's true. I think Russia would be less likely to fight Ukraine, but the USA's pattern of protecting Israel isn't based on Israel's nuke/no nuke status.
I think it's the opposite. putin may invade Baltic States if the West will continue to half measure, continue to show weakness and impotence. If he will hear 'strong condemns' but will not see actions taken to strengthen Eastern NATO flank. That's how things work in real life. Mobs attack loners and weak. if putin will not be stopped in Ukraine, then situation will surely escalate even more.
I agree with this, but two things can be true at the same time. If NATO directly interfere militarily, that may trigger an all out conflict and baltic invasions, and as you say, weakness also invites it.
This is where I am mentally. What’s happening in Ukraine is disgusting. But what I’m terrified of most is another pitched Cuban Missile Crisis, only this time the line gets crossed. Putin might not be crazy or suicidal, but he’s also prideful and won’t be seen as weak. So the question is which of his character traits override the other: how much is he willing to risk to save his pride?
The Baltic States are Article 5 territory. As long as NATO is not at war with Russia, they're protected by the threat of NATO force. If NATO *initiates* a war with Russia, it guarantees, well, war, and that means that the threat of NATO force is realized. You're right in that if Putin gets what he wants he's going to bully people who aren't aligned but western friendly. That's why Sweden and Finland hastened to join NATO.
I've seen you mention "leftists" quite a bit, but you are often misusing the term. Neither Biden nor the Democrats are anywhere close to being leftists. Liberals aren't leftists, nor are all people on the left. Leftists are a very specific thing. Being anticapitalist is a big part of it for example.Again, leftists want to avoid confrontation at any cost
I know that Biden is not leftist
However, for example, New York democrats? policy towards immigrants I see as bad left wing politics. When they do not try to solve the problem per se (not trying to regulate numbers of immigrants, but give them money and living place in hotels) And again I am speaking here not knowing facts for sure but what I have heard with one ear. If it's true regarding immigrants in New York region, to me it's a bad example of governing. And remember I am not pro Trump.
I mean no offense by this but "And again I am speaking here not knowing facts for sure but what I have heard with one ear" is very evident. No, despite what you might've heard New York politicians are very far from being leftists. Again, words have meanings, not everyone on the left (hi, btwI know that Biden is not leftist
Correct me if I am wrong, but I see many US universities governments and academics as left wing m*kers. Even marxists. They were indoctrinated with communism? or marxism? ideas long ago. And those ideas still thrive there.
) are leftists.
I have no problem with you being on the left of the politics spectrum. You are not leftist to me. Socialdemokrat. I see countries of North Europe as example of good socialdemokratie. Sweden, Norway, Finland. Just one but. What's happening in Sweden regarding immigration is bad, imo (I will not delve in this topic) And that's leftism nonsense to me. Leftism is a far left to me.
You misunderstood. I am a leftist. I'm in favor of socialism. I am on the far left lol
Man... In this case you are a Satan a cursed one!!!!
Well, there are obviously many issues with the USSR, but socialism itself is just an economic system. There's more than enough suffering and poverty under capitalism as well, just pointing to socialism as if that's solely responsible for consequences like that is naive.Man... In this case you are a Satan a cursed one!!!!
I lived in USSR which preached moving to socialism. Believe me, nothing's good there. Empty store shelves... Queues even to get toilet paper. List goes on and on.
In this moment in time there's nothing better than democracy. I admit US capitalism may be too harsh for my tastes. US health insurance system is scary. But good old Europe is a golden mean to me. Germany, North Europe, central Europe. Our Baltic states are doing good! Europe is thriving.
Problem is some impotence towards immigration. I am not against it per se. But it must be much more regulated. No white man guilt and other leftism shit
Fuck political correctness, and zero tolerance for radical islam. If you live in Europe respect our laws. Woman is equal to man, so no face hiding black burkas, education for all etc. I find it pathetic when some countries hide facts that the most rape crimes is comitted by immigrants.. It's infuriating. You must solve the problem, not hide under the carpet.
I perfectly understand that I sound far right here. Which I am not. But I see why far right parties are becoming popular in Europe. Yes, it's because of impotent leftism.
I wish all people well. If you abide to law* I have no problem with you. If you preach about your god being the real one - GET OUT OF MY LABORATORY, you IDIOT!
*obviously not sharia law
