From WSJopinion: Ron DeSantis’s comments on Ukraine show a surrender to the Trumpian temptation of American retreat
After ending Disney's self-governing status, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was interviewed on Fox News on issues including his battle with Disney, 2024, and his new book, 'The Courage to be Free: Florida's Blueprint for America's Revival.' Images: AP/Reuters Composite: Mark KellyRon DeSantis is sketching out a presidential campaign based on his manifest governing success in Florida and as a fearless fighter for principle who ignores the polls.
That’s not too strong a way to describe his decision to call the war in Ukraine a “territorial dispute” that isn’t a vital U.S. interest. Hethat giving the Ukrainians long-range weapons and fighter jets ought to be “off the table,” invoking the prospect of nuclear war with Russia. And he called for “peace,” albeit without explaining how to avoid making it a peace of the grave for Ukrainians if the West withdraws its support while Vladimir Putin advances.
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