Until Russian forces have left Ukraine and Putin has been deposed, I will not be celebrating Ukraine’s current success. As they say, it’s not over till it’s over and while the nation is being destroyed and its citizens are being slaughtered or huddling in cities under bombardment, it’s premature to assume that all will ultimately end well. I’ve never been an optimist, and Putin is someone who is willing to commit any crimes to achieve his goals; he will level Ukraine and kill all before conceding a defeat. After all, since Putin has gained power, he has never lost a fight; his forces have always emerged victorious.

The GOP is still in this country working to return to full power, obstructing Biden at every turn. Putin can ultimately achieve his victory through his army of traitors within our borders, seeking to destroy our democracy.