Watch a very special episode of the Strategy Session marking two years since Vladimir Putin's criminal invasion of Ukraine and the Ukrainian unwavering fight for freedom, independence, and democracy. Rick Wilson and Stuart Stevens are joined by special guests Sarah Ashton-Cirillo, American journalist turned volunteer fighter in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and Olexandr Musiienko, head of the Kyiv-based Center for Military and Legal Studies. This important conversation will touch on the state of the war, the imperative of America's leadership in the West, PSYOPs and information warfare, and what the state of freedom and democracy looks like as Ukraine faces a third year of genocide at the hands of Vladimir Putin.
Simon Rosenberg writes, "The splintering of the GOP and the open rebellion against Trump by prominent party leaders - former VPs, former nominee, former VP nominee, former Speaker, etc - remains to me one of the most consequential stories of the 2024 election. "
Brian Daitzman examines the tensions between democratic nations and authoritarian regimes, as the global landscape resembles the prelude to World War II. He writes, "These two opposing blocs—the new Axis and Allies— are poised on the brink of global conflict. The critical question remains: what will ignite this confrontation?"
Rick Wilson and Joe Trippi were joined by special guest Gevin Reynolds to talk gag orders, criminal trials, Ukraine aid, RFK Jr's current spoiler effect, and a diminishing GOP. The calculus of the most consequential election of our lifetimes is changing. Catch up now on this fascinating episode!
How does Putin benefit from a horrific terrorist event in Russia? Brian Daitzman examines the aftermath of the Moscow concert hall attack, Putin's dismissiveness of U.S warnings, and his history of using tragedy for personal gain.
Sarah Ashton-Cirillo shines a light on the resistance efforts of anti-Putin groups and individuals in Russia, ranging from the Black Bridge partisan group to anarcho-communists. Following Navalny's passing, a shift in media attention and the renewed determination of Russian patriots aim to cripple and upend the Kremlin.