Stay Tuned with Preet War in Ukraine & Free Speech in America (with Susan Glasser and Ira Glasser)
Mar 3, 2022
Susan Glasser, a New Yorker staff writer and CNN Global Affairs Analyst, shares insights on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its global ramifications. Ira Glasser, former ACLU executive director, discusses the complexities of free speech, including the controversial defense of hate groups. The conversation dives into the implications of public discourse and the vital role of the press amid geopolitical crises, as well as the challenges of protecting First Amendment rights in an era of increasing polarization.
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Putin's Escalation Pattern
- Putin escalates when cornered and doesn't shy away from abhorrent military force.
- This concerning pattern has been observed over two decades.
Examples of Russian Military Devastation
- Preet Bharara asks what Putin escalating means.
- Glasser points to Grozny and Aleppo as examples of cities devastated by Russian military force.
Early to Draw Conclusions
- It's too early to draw military conclusions about the war in Ukraine, even though it is a week in.
- Putin's willingness to use extreme measures makes predicting the outcome difficult.