President Obama's Foreign policy still ineffective

     According to the article linked below Russian forces continue to transport troops and other resources for war into Ukrainian territory. A tweet from the Department of State reads "After more than three hours, @JohnKerry and #Russia's FM Lavrov continue talks on de-escalating tensions in Ukraine."

     Its painfully obvious that President Putin does not respect President Obama or Secretary Kerry. These deescalation talks have been going on since the crisis began to no avail. Roosevelt once said "speak softly and carry a big stick" and that is exactly what must be done.

     The diplomatic talks should continue, while we sent protection forces into Ukraine to provide for the security of Sundays vote. We cannot allow the Russians to ignore us and we damn sure cannot bluff. As this Friday begins i look forward to the resolution on this crisis hopefully on Sunday.

By Kevin Locks

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/14/ukraine-conflict-russian-warship-troops-trucks_n_4962271.html

The Ukrainian vote

      As the Ukrainian parliament prepares for the vote I mentioned in a previous post, there's no better time for the pro Russian forces to instigate violence and attempt a coup.
      The United States and other western powers need to put ground forces in Ukrain to defend the democratic process soon to be under way. We must be prepared for the Russian response to be aggressive and counter democratic in response to the likely pro E.U outcome.

By Kevin Locks

Sent from the CNN App for Android Ignoring West, Crimea readies Russia vote http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/12/world/europe/ukraine-crisis/index.html

Why sanctions in Russia will not work.

     According to a CNN poll mentioned below 59% of Americans support sanctions against Russia. Let's look at recent history, we have passed sanctions on North Korea, Iran,and Syria but these policies have not stopped these regimes from breaking international law.

     Let's look at Russian history, in the past they have never responded to western diplomacy it was the threat of nuclear force that kept them at bay until the Soviet collapse. What reason do we have today to suggest that sanctions will halt Russian aggression now? I'm not advocating war in this instance however I am aware the Putin/ Russia only respect strength and threat of force. We must stand strong in our policies while keeping diplomatic options on the table. The Bluffing has to stop.

By Kevin Locks

CNN Poll: 59% approve of sanctions against Russia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2014/03/10/cnn-poll-59-approve-of-sanctions-against-russia/

The Ukrainian conflict

     The United states response to the Russian federations invasion into Crimea should be met with equal action. U.S ground forces along with U.N observers should be placed in Ukraine to preside over new parliamentary elections. Upon completion the new parliaments first act should be either to start the process for entry into the E.U or to strengthen its ties to the Russian Federation.

     If the Ukrainian government votes in favor of the joining the E.U with a legitimate governing body then United states should continue its support and respond in kind to any Russian counter action. If they choose to not join the E.U they should lose American support and face The Russians on their own. Any illegitimate body should not be recognized by the United States or the west and should be called out as such.

By Kevin Locks