Giselle, Iulia, and Dalibor are joined by Uriel Epshtein, Executive Director of The Renew Democracy Initiative to discuss how Ukraine is an important, international test case for democracy prevailing over authoritarianism. He believes that Ukraine can win the war against Russia, although there are several political factors which impact this capability, like some Congressional members' fear of entangling America in an expensive, long-term war or many countries' fear of escalating conflict with nuclear Russia. Closer to home, Uriel discusses how the American political landscape impacts international democracy promotion efforts and how the condition of American democracy is connected to the condition of democracy worldwide. He provides powerful counterarguments to those who fear the costs of supporting Ukraine now, noting how fragile, short-term peace will only increase costs over time if Russia aggresses again.

Show notes: "'Where is The Russian Navy?' - The War in Ukraine with General Ben Hodges - Episode 2"