

Statecraft In An Age Of Strongmen | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution
34 snips May 16, 2025
Joining the discussion is Bret Stephens, a prominent New York Times columnist and founder of the journal Sapir. He passionately argues that defending Ukraine is crucial to U.S. interests. Bret highlights the dangers of the West’s flirtation with authoritarianism and the potential ripple effects of a compromised Ukraine, including emboldened aggression from China toward Taiwan. He also critiques recent U.S. foreign policy, examining the moral implications of relationships with authoritarian regimes while emphasizing the urgent need for capable leadership.
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Victory Possible in Ukraine
- Victory in Ukraine is possible with sufficient and timely military aid.
- Ukraine's success demonstrates the weakness of Russian military despite nuclear power.
Ukraine Defense Aligns With U.S. Interests
- Weakening Russia benefits U.S. by damaging a primary geopolitical adversary.
- Supporting Ukraine aligns with America's vital interests to contain hostile regimes.
Russia-China Alliance Drives Conflict
- The Russia-Ukraine war results from an existing Sino-Russian alliance.
- Hostility to Russia strengthens their alliance with China against shared enemies.