Last week people of the world witnessed an incredible scene from the White House as U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance lumped on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.听
It was an embarrassment to the office, as the pair took turns berating and humiliating their guest on live television.听
Of course, in a world where facts have devolved into debatable talking points, Republicans and followers of Trump had a different take on that bullying session.听
Somehow, the aggressor, in this case Russia, was the aggrieved party. Zelenskyy, with his nation under attack, should somehow capitulate to the dictates of Trump and grovel at his feet.听
It was bizarre.
The turning point, where things got really nasty and heated, was when Zelenskyy noted the United States has a significant advantage over Europe. With oceans to its east (and west), the country is isolated from military conflicts such as what is happening in Ukraine.听
Sheltered, insular and ignorant, Tr