Judging Freedom INTEL Roundtable w/ Johnson & McGovern: Weekly Wrap 9-May
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May 9, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst turned political activist, and Larry Johnson, a counter-terrorism expert, share insights on recent global events. They delve into the significance of Victory Day in Moscow, exploring media disparities and Putin's poignant reflections on WWII. The pair critique the U.S. foreign policy as disconnected from the realities of war, while also examining the implications of Xi Jinping's alliance with Russia. Their dialogue underscores the importance of historical remembrances in shaping national identities and current geopolitics.
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Putin's Victory Day Speech
- Putin's Victory Day speech honored simple soldiers first and emphasized remembering the real history of WWII sacrifice.
- He stressed passing on this heritage to future generations with sober respect, not hatred or recrimination.
WWII Casualty Realities
- Russia inflicted 80-85% of WWII German casualties, suffering 21% of its population loss.
- U.S. suffered a fraction of these losses, making Trump's claim of winning the war overstated.
Accurate History and War Memory
- Russia and China appreciate Allied help but focus on passing accurate WWII history without bitterness.
- Putin's emotional recount of personal war sacrifices aims to teach youth the true cost of war.