Goal: continue Russian legacy of imperialism via genocide

Absolutely. The west has failed to develop a strategy on Ukraine precisely because it views Ukraine through the lens of Russia- something that Russia persistently amplifies as part of its reflexive control. Time to break that lens for good.

Gretzky won’t say it, but he is very aware and uncomfortable that a Russian will overtake his record. Gretzky is quietly proud of his Ukrainian roots

I think he is referring to Zelensky signing the rare earth “deal”. Zelensky said it would be unlawful to sign the original draft as presented by U.S.

We can hide our head in the sand for only so long before acknowledging these facts. Unfortunately it isn’t just Putin, but within the strategic culture of Russia throughout. So visiting Russia and promoting Russian hockey directly promotes Putin’s war aims.

Kent Hughes is a ‘Useful Idiot’. Russia does not separate sports from politics, in fact it doesn’t separate anything from politics. Russia uses sports just like it uses all other instruments of power to further its global ambitions; create a perception of power.

Brought a copy to Montreal for my dad to read. He is trying to make it more cheerful by adding colour.