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“There is no appeasing Putin. Frankly, there is no directly stopping him, either. It is only possible to raise the costs to him of his war, including the military costs. If we won't provide military materiel to Ukraine now, we deserve the contempt with which Putin regards us.”

Quote by Rich Lowry

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Rich Lowry (born August 22, 1968) is an American conservative political commentator, author, and editor. He has served as the editor of National Review, a leading conservative magazine, since 1997. Known for his sharp analysis of U.S. politics and culture, Lowry frequently appears on Fox News and CNN. He graduated from the University of Virginia and began his career as a writer for National Review. His books include 'Lincoln Unbound' and 'The Trump Era.' Lowry is a influential voice in conservative circles, though his views often spark debate. more

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