Pod Save America "Putin Chooses War in Ukraine."
Feb 24, 2022
Join former Obama administration official Ben Rhodes for an insightful discussion on Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the multifaceted international response, including economic sanctions and their implications. Later, Democratic strategist Celinda Lake breaks down the National Republican Senatorial Committee's controversial midterm manifesto, spotlighting tax increases on the middle class and the dissonance in Republican messaging. The conversation examines the intersection of foreign policy and domestic voter sentiment as America navigates these pivotal issues.
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Podcast Overview
- Ben Rhodes joins to discuss Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the global response.
- Celinda Lake will analyze the Republican midterm strategy, including tax proposals.
Putin's Invasion and Initial Response
- Putin's invasion aims to demilitarize and "denazify" Ukraine, threatening those who interfere.
- Global condemnation and sanctions followed, targeting Russian banks and oligarchs but not energy yet.
Further Actions Against Russia
- Systematically evict Russia from international organizations and impose broader costs.
- Consider suspending diplomatic relations and banning Russian flights to isolate them.