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Analyzing Russian Disinformation with the Kettering Foundation
My Overview of the Strategic Goals and Active Operations of Russia's Disinformation Campaign
Oct 14, 2024 • 
Alexander Vindman
34
4
"What the U.S. Election Means for Ukraine"
My latest piece in Foreign Affairs
Sep 25, 2024 • 
Alexander Vindman
136
3
A New Low for Trump in Arlington
My Thoughts on Trump's Shameful, Disrespectful Stunt in Arlington
Sep 9, 2024 • 
Alexander Vindman
325
13
Know Your Enemy: the Shahed-136
The Drone at the Center of the Iranian-Russian Axis and Tehran's Attacks on Israel
Apr 13, 2024 • 
Alexander Vindman
 and 
Justin Tomczyk
318
14
Lessons Learned? Evaluating Past US Anti-Corruption Policy Responses to the Challenges of Securing US Arms Exports to Ukraine Today
This Guest Essay by Jodi Vittori is Part Two in my Ukraine Corruption Series
Mar 4, 2024 • 
Jodi Vittori
 and 
Alexander Vindman
102
1
How David Fights Goliath: Ukraine’s Campaign of Asymmetric Warfare
Why It Matters publishes guest essays providing thoughtful analysis of critical issues. Justin Tomczyk works as my research assistant.
Feb 29, 2024 • 
Justin Tomczyk
 and 
Alexander Vindman
137
8
The Evolving Battlefield in Ukraine: A Comprehensive Overview
Guest Essay by Brigadier General (retired) Mark C. Arnold
Dec 19, 2023 • 
Alexander Vindman
217
9
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