Would You Rather
I don't rely on polls, but this one is okay ;)
I am blown away by the tremendous support and interaction I’ve received my first week on Substack. I want to thank you with a special event and Rachel suggested I conduct a poll.
I have received a few questions already, but regardless of how you vote, please comment with the topics you’d like me to discuss and any specific questions you have.
Looking forward to hearing from you and, again, I sincerely appreciate your support and engagement thus far.
For myself personally I would like to make it known that I am a medically deaf individual who wears two hearing aids, so auditory presentations are not really ideally suited for me, unless there are captions/subtitles/transcripts that accompany any videos. Podcasts are definitely something that I simply do not have any use for either because without any visual references I cannot actually understand what little sound might filter through to my mind (my eyes are my ears).
Thank you for coming aboard Substack; your perspective is incredibly important to us. Also, I want to express my profound admiration and respect for both you and your family.
My question(s):
Mr. Vindman, As the Director for European Affairs at the NSC during the tumultuous time of President Trump's impeachment inquiry, you found yourself at a crossroads of conscience and duty. Having listened to the July 25 call, you faced the monumental task of addressing the nation's legislators with your insights.
The gravity of your impending testimony must have been palpable in the lead-up to the event. It would be fascinating to hear about the atmosphere of those days, the weight of responsibility you shouldered, and the preparations that went into ensuring your account was both precise and enlightening.
When you finally took the stand, the eyes of many were upon you, seeking the clarity that only someone with your direct experience could provide. How did you manage the pressure of that moment? What can you tell us about the experience of speaking truth to power in such a public and pivotal forum? Your story is undoubtedly as instructive as it is inspiring, and many would value the chance to hear it in your own words.