Judging Freedom Scott Ritter: Does Trump Understand Russia?
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May 21, 2025 
Scott Ritter, a former Marine Corps intelligence officer and UN weapons inspector, delves into the complexities of Trump’s relationship with Russia. He critiques political inconsistency in global leadership, particularly regarding the Gaza conflict and its humanitarian implications. Ritter urges listeners to consider moral aspects of political rhetoric and calls for accountability concerning war crimes. He also dissects U.S. foreign policy dynamics involving Netanyahu and Russia, emphasizing the need for historical context in understanding international relations.
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Trump's Weakness and Image Focus
- Donald Trump is fundamentally a weak man who lacks strong convictions and can be easily swayed.
- His humanitarian stance towards Gaza appears driven by image concerns, not genuine beliefs.
Humanitarian Crisis Ignored
- The humanitarian situation in Gaza is a catastrophe with massive child suffering and death.
- The U.S. and world are doing nothing effective, hampered by political and societal constraints.
Hostile Attitudes Towards Gaza
- Israeli citizens near Gaza have reportedly cheered attacks on Gaza and prayed for the deaths of children.
- Some Israeli officials express openly genocidal and Nazi-like rhetoric towards Gazan civilians.