Judging Freedom Prof. John Mearsheimer: Ukraine’s Last Chance for Peace.
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May 22, 2025 
John Mearsheimer, a renowned Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago, dives into the pressing issues surrounding the Ukraine conflict. He critiques NATO's expansion, emphasizing the diplomatic failures that escalated tensions with Russia. The conversation tackles the humanitarian crises in both Gaza and Ukraine, urging a moral reckoning for leaders and the public. Mearsheimer also discusses the complicated dynamics of U.S. foreign policy, revealing how missteps have shaped the tragic trajectory of the conflict, leaving Ukraine seeking a last chance for peace.
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Israel's Genocide Policy Supported
- The Israeli government's genocidal policy towards Gaza enjoys broad public support in Israel.
- Western elites have done little to stop this humanitarian catastrophe.
No Russian Ceasefire While Winning
- Russia will not agree to ceasefire while winning on the battlefield.
- A ceasefire would allow Ukraine to regroup, so Russia refuses it.
NATO Expansion Provoked Russia
- NATO expansion into Ukraine was viewed by Russia as an existential threat from the start.
- The West pushed forward ignoring Russia's red lines, leading to the 2022 war outbreak.