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Ukraine XI: Asymmetric Momentum
Ukrainian victories on the ground have been swift, dramatic, and devastating. And each win seems to make them stronger.
Russian victories (back when they happened), seemed to be slow and grinding, and wear the Rusisans down, making them weaker.
Why is it that Russians lose momentum with each victory, but Ukrainians gain it? Why such asymmetric momentum?
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times, Part 2
Lots of ways we can split this. Much has been discussed about decoupling of wages from productivity. Also note we
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was
Ukraine VIII: Bold Strategies and High Stakes
Ukraine 8: Bold Strategies and High Stakes Updates Situation in Severodonetsk HUGE numbers of troops from both sides Artillery war
Russia Invades Ukraine VII: Possible Aftermath
May 22, 2022 First, war update: Mariupol fell after 2.5 months of truly insane holding out. Gosh dang. 1900 surrendered
Russia Invades Ukraine VI: We’ve Always Been at War With Eurasia
What happens when you start really believing your own bullshit? What happens when you’ve created a yes-man bubble where everyone
Russia Invades Ukraine IV: All Wild on the Eastern Front
The Russians are hoping to encircle Ukraine’s defensive lines in the Donbass. If they do, they might be able to declare victory.
The Ukrainians are racing east, not only to defend their territory, but might just also be able to counter-attack.
Let’s break it down.
Russia Invades Ukraine IV: My Kingdom for a Plane
So much has changed over the past month — Ukraine is on the offensive. Kyiv is safe. The war moves east. Air superiority actually matters more than ever.
Civil Wars of the Past and the Gilded Age with Lindsay Graham of History Daily
On this episode, Erik interviews Lindsay Graham of American History Tellers and History Daily. They talk about the similarities and differences between today’s
Russia Invades Ukraine III: What’s Wrong with Russia?
The war should have been short and decisive. And as it drags out, Russia looks ever-more inept. What’s wrong with its military? What’s wrong with its chain of command? Will its economy collapse?