occasional reflections on culture & politics
Using a satirical alien invasion scenario, the post critiques Western inaction in the face of Russian aggression. It argues that moral hesitation and domestic distractions undermine global leadership and embolden authoritarian regimes. The piece calls for renewed commitment to democratic values, strategic engagement, and solidarity with allies like Ukraine.
Monuments celebrating Soviet power are symbols of imperialism and totalitarianism, not liberation. Their presence in public spaces perpetuates historical falsehoods and glorifies organized evil. Like Nazi or Confederate memorials, they belong in museums, not city squares. Latvia’s decision to dismantle one is praised as morally necessary.
Putin’s regime is weakening Russia through repression, propaganda, and war. The illusion of strength masks economic decline, diplomatic isolation, and moral failure. Democracy is not alien to Russian culture—it’s a suppressed possibility. A better future requires rejecting imperialism and embracing dignity, accountability, and reform.
The invasion of Ukraine is an attack on democracy, truth, and international law. It threatens global stability and moral order. Standing with Ukraine is not optional—it’s a defense of shared values and the future of free societies.
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