The second amendment was designed to solve a specific problem...a problem that hasn't been relevant for over 150 years.

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Latest arms package for Ukraine — 72 155mm howitzers, 144k rounds, more UAV’s — much more like the scale we need to be operating on. One always wishes it had happened weeks ago, but this is an important step forward. Bravo Biden administration & Pentagon. 1/5

So put pressure on politicians who have not spoken up, and encourage those who have. Shame governments like Germany’s which are dithering, and cheer on those like Poland’s which are leading. This is the most consequential war since 1945. We should act like it. 6/6

At this point RIA has gone full nazi, and their rhetoric seems to foreshadow Russia's movement in that direction as well.

As a genocide scholar I am an empiricist, I usually dismiss rhetoric. I also take genocide claims with a truckload of salt because activists apply it almost everywhere now.

Not now. There are actions, there is intent. It's as genocide as it gets. Pure, simple and for all to see

“We are no longer businessmen, bar owners, rock stars for the next I don’t know how many days. We are soldiers.”

From a Kyiv pizzeria-turned-police-unit-base, my profile of BoomBox frontman Andriy Khlyvnyuk. With photos by Pete Kiehart.
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President George W. Bush: America stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine as they fight for their freedom and their future.

Yo-Yo Ma, along with Emanuel Ax and Leonidas Kavakos, begins his performance at Washington’s Kennedy Center with a performance of Ukraine’s national anthem. A full, standing house.

Had a great time volunteering with the Ukrainian Diaspora in Washington, D.C., boxing food, clothing, baby supplies, and other humanitarian assistance for delivery to those in need in Ukraine. It was humbling to see folks' generosity! #StandWithUkraine #SlavaUkraini

Alexander’s tearful farewell with family #Kyiv railway station. They’re going to relative safety in Lviv, he’s staying to fight. Wouldn’t let go of a toy ambulance his 8 year old son gave him as he put them on the train. #ukraine more later on ⁦BBC News (UK)⁩ ⁦BBC News (World)⁩

The inhabitants of the historical town of Kam'yanets-Podilsky and the region of Podolia recorded showcasing their determination to stay and oppose the Russian invasion until victory.

Video: ЗСУ

Yes, Ukrainians are tough, smart, and courageous. But they are not rich. The average family earned a tenth as much as the average American family - before the bombing. Pick a cause and donate. Please. It will make a difference.
#StandWithUkraine️ #Ukraine #Ukraine RussianWar

Center for Defense Strategies: Russia will likely impose martial law on March 4.

The Ukrainian think tank also expects no progress in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Imposing martial law will let Russian authorities prevent possible mass anti-war protests.

Today, Ukraine fights for its freedom and for that of the entire world. This is why the world stands by Ukraine. Your support matters.

A snapshot of the Russian economy: an investment expert goes live on air and says his current career trajectory is to work as 'Santa Claus' and then drinks to the death of the stock market. With subtitles.

Last night, we lifted up the people of Ukraine with prayers during our solidarity vigil. In the face of evil, the Ukrainian people have shown the world what it means to defend freedom, and reminded us that freedom and liberty are worth fighting and risking your lives for.

#Georgia and #Moldova are applying for the EU membership today! 🇬🇪🇺🇦🇲🇩🇪🇺

#Ukraine Parliament sits in person today to vote essential defence and security laws.A quick and tense session.We sing the national anthem in unity as we begin our session in the most targeted building in all of Ukraine. #LoveUkraine

If anyone thinks this is hyperbole…it’s not.