

I think the Democratic leadership is now certain to follow the Whigs into the Home for Infinite Losers, alongside the Republicans too. That situation sounds VERY familiar. “They flip-flopped, then they caved.”
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The problem with Taiwan for China is that it is a risky bet. Undoubtedly it would be proof of having the Mandate of Heaven if successfully taken, but also evidence of not being worthy if it results in failure. Biting off haunches of a weakened Russia is a much less risky proposition, with an good payoff.