Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has thrust America back into a main role on the world stage, complicating decades-old debates about the force wielded by the U.S.

The evidence of the past few days suggests they are all deluding themselves.

In fact, it can’t afford not to.

The defense secretary is signaling a major shift.

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Putin hasn’t given up his plans. He thinks Ukraine’s allies will lose interest.

Washington worries too much about what Putin thinks.

Ukraine’s president is rushing to the United States for good reason.

The president’s rhetoric will encourage Putin to test American resolve.

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