132: Just back from Ukraine with Nick Schifrin

James and Al are joined by PBS NewsHour’s foreign affairs and defense correspondent Nick Schifirin to lay out Russia’s goals for its war in Ukraine.  They also break down the balance of power between the two militaries, and highlight Zelensky’s appeals to the world compared to Putin’s authoritarian politics of control.  Is there a risk of unconventional weapons being used as the conflict continues?  And what does the off ramp look like?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Get More From Nick Schifrin: Twitter | PBS NewsHour Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Democracy In DangerTo start listening go to dindanger.org or look for it wherever you get your podcastsRaycon:Get 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com BlinkistFor a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com