Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : US Still Woefully Ignorant of Russia.
Nov 24, 2025
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, an influential economist and public policy expert, delves into the complex dynamics of U.S.-Russia relations. He discusses the origins of a 28-point peace plan for Ukraine and cautions against U.S. warmongers impeding peace efforts. Sachs emphasizes the need for Ukrainian neutrality and highlights NATO's expansion as a key conflict driver. He critiques U.S. foreign policy inconsistency and links military spending to ongoing global conflicts. The conversation also touches on the U.S. role in the Israel-Palestine issue and challenges to honest diplomatic discourse.
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Longstanding Peace Framework: Neutral Ukraine
- A viable peace framework for Ukraine has long existed and centers on Ukrainian neutrality and no NATO enlargement.
- The 28-point plan reiterates this framework and could end the war if backed decisively by the U.S.
U.S. Role In Blocking Early Peace
- U.S. intervention in April 2022 prevented a near-signing of a peace deal that would have made Ukraine neutral.
- Continued U.S. and European warmongering has prolonged suffering and territorial losses for Ukraine.
Stop Funding If Ukraine Rejects Peace
- If Ukraine rejects a peace that serves its interests, the United States should cease weapons and funding support.
- Letting Ukraine fend for itself is preferable to forcing a futile, costly continuation of war.