Maria Popova

A powerful speech by #Zelensky --both measured and passionate, both defiant and tender--that delivered 3 messages to Americans: like you, Ukrainians value freedom and community and will not submit to tyranny; you're helping Ukr survive, but also investing in your security and the international order; Ukraine wants VICTORY.

Imo, the speech will resonate with ordinary Americans. Matt Gaetz and Lauren Boebert remained seated like sullen toddlers, but the rest of the Reps/Senators looked inspired.

Dec 22, 2022 at 1:34amWeb
Show threadPatty A. GrayDec 22, 2022
@PopovaProf It really was incredibly inspiring. Zelensky brilliantly suits this moment. I’m willing as hard as I can for Congress not to waver, because I really feel the threat that Russia’s war presents, far beyond Ukraine.
Show threadMark R. StonemanDec 22, 2022
@PopovaProf Those two seemed to have no idea what they were witnessing. Too narcissistic and dumb.
Show threadElizabeth AlcinoeDec 22, 2022
@PopovaProf It was quite moving. Hopefully, most Americans will continue to ignore the pro-Russian antics of a few members of the far right.
Show threadMaria PopovaDec 22, 2022
@alcinoe I'm cautiously optimistic
Show threadThatMomDec 22, 2022
@PopovaProf Matt Gaetz and Lauren Boebert are actually sullen toddlers (at least intellectually and emotionally).