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Vindman’s Book Challenges Western Views on Russia-Ukraine

3/27/2025

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Alexander Vindman, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, now leads the Institute for Informed American Leadership at the Vet Voice Foundation. Previously, he shaped U.S. policy as Director for European Affairs at the National Security Council from 2018 to 2020. His book, "The Folly of Realism," challenges Western misunderstandings of the complex dynamics between Russia and Ukraine.

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Alexander Vindman, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, now leads the Institute for Informed American Leadership at the Vet Voice Foundation. Previously, he shaped U.S. policy as Director for European Affairs at the National Security Council from 2018 to 2020. His book, "The Folly of Realism," challenges Western misunderstandings of the complex dynamics between Russia and Ukraine.