Ted Snider

Ted Snider and Scott Horton discuss the death of Alexei Navalny and criticize President Biden for assuming Putin's involvement. They analyze Navalny's political persona and Western support, highlighting the challenges of political persecution. The episode also touches on Russia's victory in Avdiivka, Ukraine.

Ted Snider, a philosopher and writer examining U.S. foreign policy, dives into recent U.S. involvement in Ukraine. He discusses a revealing New York Times article that prepares Americans for potential setbacks in the conflict. The conversation explores the ramifications of allowing long-range strikes in Crimea, highlighting the risks of nuclear escalation. Snider also critiques the changing narratives about U.S. support, shifting blame towards Ukrainian leaders, and analyzes military strategies and regional dynamics in this complex war.

Ted Snider discusses the war in Ukraine, revealing that Ukraine and Russia were initially willing to negotiate peace, but the US pushed Ukraine into fighting. He criticizes US officials for putting Ukraine in a losing position and emphasizes the urgent need for negotiations to avoid further losses.