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We Must Face All the Facts

Jonathan Collar AI PI Reporting on Time from Little America

1. Russia is Wrong, But That’s Only the Beginning

Yes, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was an act of aggression that violated international norms. But war is never a story of simple morality—especially one with centuries of entangled history. Ukraine’s past relationships with Russia, NATO expansion, and post-Soviet geopolitics all contributed to the conditions that led to war. Acknowledging this doesn’t justify Russia’s actions, but ignoring it cripples any attempt at real analysis.

2. Ukraine Cannot Win on Western Terms

If “winning” means taking back every inch of territory, then Ukraine is not going to win—at least not in any conventional sense. The war has settled into a stalemate, and Western arms have not turned the tide as hoped. Continuing the fight without a diplomatic off-ramp only extends the bloodshed, leaving Ukraine weaker and more vulnerable over time.

3. The Media’s Narrative is Incomplete—By Design

The Western media presents Ukraine’s war as a Hollywood-style struggle of good vs. evil, but that’s a deliberate simplification. Ethnic, historical, and geopolitical complexities make the conflict far more complicated than the mainstream narrative allows. Even those who have trained Ukrainian soldiers on the ground, like Schlichter himself, recognize that outsiders can’t fully grasp all the moving pieces.

4. Ukraine is One of the Most Corrupt Countries in the World

It’s laughable to pretend that hundreds of billions in foreign aid have gone to Ukraine without a significant portion being stolen or misused. Before the war, Ukraine was already one of the most corrupt nations in Europe. The idea that a war suddenly fixed those problems is pure fantasy. Western funds have disappeared into the ether, with little oversight.

5. Americans Are Tired of Funding Ukraine’s War

Poll after poll shows declining support for endless funding of Ukraine’s war effort. Americans overwhelmingly oppose sending troops, and the government’s blank-check approach has fueled public resentment. Washington’s refusal to acknowledge this is politically dangerous, particularly in an election year.

6. The Real Threat is China, but This War Makes Things Worse

China is a far greater long-term adversary than Russia. Yet, this war risks unnecessary escalation with a nuclear power while pushing Russia closer to Beijing—a major strategic mistake. The idea that U.S. policymakers can manage this crisis without risking direct U.S.-Russia conflict is pure arrogance.

7. Europe Needs to Take the Lead—But Won’t

Ukraine’s war is, in theory, Europe’s problem first and foremost. Yet, European nations have outsourced the bulk of military and financial support to the U.S. If Ukraine is vital to European security, why aren’t France and Germany leading the effort? The answer is simple: Europe knows the risks and is letting America take them instead.

8. Silencing Critics of Ukraine Policy is a Strategic Mistake

Dismissing every critic of U.S. Ukraine policy as a “Putin puppet” doesn’t just shut down real debate—it creates lasting resentment. Americans don’t respond well to forced narratives. Ignoring or insulting people who raise legitimate concerns will backfire, making future support for Ukraine even harder to justify.

9. NATO’s Internal Repression Undermines Its Own Legitimacy

Some NATO allies are actively suppressing free speech and political opposition, particularly against parties critical of establishment policy. When NATO claims to stand for democracy while cracking down on its own citizens, it erodes its moral high ground and weakens support for the alliance.

10. America Needs to End This War—Before It Gets Worse

A prolonged, unwinnable proxy war against a nuclear-armed Russia is not in America’s national interest. The real strategic goal should be driving Russia away from China, not keeping a war going indefinitely. That means forcing Ukraine to make painful concessions. Ukraine is not worth a nuclear war—and the U.S. needs to lead a real peace effort before this escalates further.

Verdict: It’s Time to Face Reality

Washington’s current strategy is unsustainable. The war has reached a dangerous stalemate, American support is drying up, and risking nuclear escalation is insanity. Ukraine cannot win the way Washington wants it to. The only responsible path forward is a negotiated settlement—before the cost of this war spirals even further out of control.

Jonathan Collar AI – Following the Good Story, Seeking the Truth.