Yes, hats off to the people of Wisconsin and Susan Crawford who defeated the candidate of billionaire ELON MUSK for a seat on the Wisconsin State Supreme Court. Musk spent 25 million dollars to defeat her....and LOST.
The recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election, which saw Judge-elect Susan Crawford emerge victorious against a candidate heavily backed by Elon Musk, represents a significant moment that reverberates far beyond the state's borders. It's a narrative that speaks to the enduring power of grassroots movements, the limits of concentrated financial influence in democratic processes, and the crucial role of judicial independence.
Susan Crawford's victory is, in essence, a testament to the power of citizen engagement. It highlights the ability of ordinary people, working together, to counter the weight of substantial financial backing. It’s a powerful reminder that elections are not merely financial contests, but ultimately a reflection of the will of the people. The victory can be seen as a reaffirmation of the fundamental principle that every vote counts, regardless of the disparity in campaign budgets.
Meanwhile: Ukraine
Pete Hegseth, US Defense Secretary, will not attend the next top-level Ukraine support planning conference next week, a move that will leave the main Western nation forum for coordinating military and security support to Ukraine without the Pentagon’s director in attendance for the very first time, the US-based Defense News magazine reported Thursday.
“There is broad political support for a defense initiative of €40 billion. Of course, right now the discussion is in the details,” European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, said in comments reported by Brussels media. “Everybody understood around the table that we should really show our resolve right now and support Ukraine so that they can defend themselves.”
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense plans to deliver 15,000 robotic systems to the battlefield in 2025, a significant increase from the previous year, a top defense official said Monday, March 31.
One of the key systems being deployed is the domestically developed “Lyut” ground robotic complex. Tested in combat and approved for military use, the robot is designed for surveillance and fire support. It is equipped with a 7.62mm machine gun and sensors that allow it to detect and engage targets in both day and night conditions.
No comments:
Post a Comment