Since all my ancestors left countries bordering Russia 100-plus years ago (including from Ukraine) to avoid persecution, famine, or forced draft into the Russian army — my sympathy for the Russian autocracy and military should be understandably null.
Something existentially evil nests in Russia and spreads its wings to feast on its hapless neighbors at historical intervals. Those who admire its plumage and would grant it increased territory have not experienced its efficient raptor beak and claws. Spare your sympathy and tears for Russian government — it waters weeds.
Since all my ancestors left countries bordering Russia 100-plus years ago (including from Ukraine) to avoid persecution, famine, or forced draft into the Russian army — my sympathy for the Russian autocracy and military should be understandably null.
Something existentially evil nests in Russia and spreads its wings to feast on its hapless neighbors at historical intervals. Those who admire its plumage and would grant it increased territory have not experienced its efficient raptor beak and claws. Spare your sympathy and tears for Russian government — it waters weeds.