Washington Watch Articles From 2022
A Call for a Christmas Truce
Christmastime 1914, five months into the First World War, a remarkable event occurred. No one knows exactly how it began, but French, British, Belgian, and German soldiers on both sides of the trenches began singing Christmas carols, each in their own language, and then put down their weapons, played football, and exchanged Christmas greetings and gifts with one another.
Consequences of Russia’s War on Ukraine
Russia’s latest and expanded invasion of Ukraine is entering its eighth month with no clear end in sight. Although it’s dangerous in the heat of battle to make predictions about outcomes, there are some indications as to what the future may hold for the combatants and the world.
Unintended Consequences of Russia's War on Ukraine
Only naive souls or blind ideologues could have thought that Russia’s aggression against Ukraine would end well. It will not. And the longer it continues, the worse the situation will be for everyone.
Anti-Arab Bias and Ignorance of European History
Much has been written about the double standards in political commentary regarding the war in Ukraine.
About Double Standards
The battle brewing among US liberals and progressives in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine brought flashbacks of debates that occurred in the aftermath of Saddam Hussein’s invasion and occupation of Kuwait.
It’s All About the Ukrainian People
Putin's Russia played "chicken" with the West and, because he was the only one on the road, it appears that he has won.