– WSJ says US to greatly expand number of US troops in Taiwan for training.
– WSJ also says Zelensky is facing domestic problems.
– WaPo sees a “global divide” over Ukraine
– Task & Purpose updates US operations in Somalia.
-Graham Allison warns of the nuclear risks in Ukraine.
– Jim Fallows reflects on Jimmy Carter.
– Tom Edsall sees racial resentment at root of US political divide.
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