House Speaker Mike Johnson had a Théoden moment when it came to Ukraine aid. I explore the parallels.
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The House Speaker’s Théoden Moment
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In Russia, It’s Always 1984
Putin blames Ukraine, NATO and the U.S. in the same way that Big Brother blames Eurasia.
Zelensky as Hugo’s Enjolras
Ukrainian president bears a striking resemblance to Hugo’s Enjorlas in “Les Misérables.”
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Which Poets Should Ukraine Honor?
Ukraine is currently taking down monuments to Russian-speaking poets and authors.
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Finding Lyrical Beauty in the Midst of War
A gorgeous lyric by Ukrainian poet Zhadan counters Putin’s tyranny with a reminder of Ukraine’s poetic soul.
Zelenskyy Cites a Russian Poem
In an attempt to shame the Russian invaders, the Ukraine president cited a popular Russian poem.
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Trump Tries for a Deal You Can’t Refuse
In the Trump-
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Nothing Hidden about Trump’s Crimes
Trump has been caught red-handed wielding government power to attack an opponent. Borges helps us understand why the outcry isn’t louder.
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