2022 shattered long-held beliefs and proved wrong past-based calculations and prognoses. Instead, it brought historical firsts, surprises, and unpredictable evolutions. One common thread was underestimating people, principles and commitments, and overestimating one’s own might. Russians underestimated the Ukrainian resistance and courage, as well as the capacity of the US to unite transatlantic partners while remaining … Continue reading 2022 – A Momentous Year in American Politics and Foreign Policy