Rather use that term than defend the indefensible in Trump. Like LA Hoo refusing to acknowledge the stranglehold he has on the repub party, and the leverage provided by his threats to primary the non-compliant out of political existence. And it’s up to the Ukrainians to decide they don’t have the manpower. Why do you think their gains would suddenly rely on nato boots? They haven’t to date. It relies on the tools nato can provide.

If Johnson brings Ukraine aid to the floor, it passes in a walk. He’s caving to the most extreme wing in preventing just a vote. So, I’m saying it’s about the republicans, because that’s reality, and the derangement is in those who kneejerk to fox talking points (TDS!) to deny it. But it’s undeniable.