Garry Kasparov

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Garry Kasparov @Kasparov63

I was right about much, but wrong on a couple of things worth mentioning. One, I assumed Putin would turn to imperialist aggression, but that it would backfire quickly and destabilize his regime. I underestimated the West's capacity for appeasement. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 23, 2022

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Garry Kasparov @Kasparov63

Closer to 20 years now! But I appreciate the reminder of your excellent article. And my family liked the photo if I recall! Note to readers this interview was in Dec 2013, shortly before Putin invaded Ukraine the first time. I saw hope for the future in the Kyiv protests. — PolitiTweet.org

Saw some dumb tweep questioning how long Garry Kasparov has been prophesizing the consequences of Putin's unchecked… https://t.co/yBRYCHX4uv

Posted Dec. 23, 2022

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Garry Kasparov @Kasparov63

Two, Putin counted on this appeasement for the success of his plan to use the invasion of Ukraine to both rally domestic support in Russia ("war-time leader") & provide cover to complete the transition to a police state. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Dec. 23, 2022