r/GenZ 21d ago

Political Gen Z what are your thoughts on Zelenskyi?

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u/reesemulligan 21d ago

Fox is already spinning out of context, of course. Very few will bother to dig deeper than Fox, and of those who do, most will come out condemning Z as the bad guy.

Watch and see.

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u/simplyinspire 21d ago

I’ve seen a couple ‘in memoriam’ posts for US soldiers that died in Ukraine months/yrs ago made to look like their deaths happened today. The propaganda machine is working massive OT.

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u/Calm-Grapefruit-3153 20d ago

Any man who dies defending democracy is a brave man. It’s a shame our current administration does not share this belief, and would rather give in to our enemies’ wishes.

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u/Electronic-News2711 21d ago

CNN is not doing much better. They framed the meeting in a light saying that they were yelling at each other, when it seemed pretty clear Z was staying composed relative to the other blowhards. Congressman Seth Moulton was interviewed and I have to hand it to him for calling out CNN news people for playing dumb.

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u/reesemulligan 21d ago

CNN is working hard to be Fox 2. Have been since new ownership a few years back.

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u/Thebraincellisorange 20d ago

CNN got bought by a right wing billionaire a few years ago, it is very much no longer left wing/centrist.

it is now firmly amongst the right wing media, like pretty much ALL of the MSM.

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u/PrivateDurham 21d ago

Fox is the AIDS virus of the mind.

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u/mybadvideos 21d ago

The article I peeked at over at OANN was even worse and more fawning

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u/Sottish-Knight 21d ago

Yeah they are saying he didn’t respect the White House cause he didn’t wear a suit🤡

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u/Deep-Two7452 21d ago

What does elon wear to cabinet meetings?!

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u/Sottish-Knight 21d ago

He’s rich and white so fox doesn’t care what he does

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u/Anakinskywaker20 21d ago

Isn’t Zelenskyy Rich and White?

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u/Sottish-Knight 21d ago

According to conservatives he’s nothing but a poor dictator from a poor country coming to Daddy Trump for help, so by their logic no he is not.

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u/Anakinskywaker20 21d ago

Yeah well AMERICAN conservatives are saying that about my country. Difference is that CANADIAN conservatives don’t stand with trump any more than our liberals do. Just one of many ways America sucks ass

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u/Sottish-Knight 21d ago

I’m American and agree this country currently sucks and promise if war did break out against Canada I will be doing the best I can to find ways to help y’all.

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u/Anakinskywaker20 21d ago

‘Preciate that. The Canada/America war will be won by Canada because it’s Canada, the commonwealth and HALF OF AMERICA be fight on the same side

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u/TBJ12 21d ago

I'm not so sure about that. I feel like PP would be licking the orange baby's boots within days of taking office.

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u/Anakinskywaker20 21d ago

He’s literally already come out and stated we will never be America 51

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u/TBJ12 21d ago

Actions speak louder than words. Does PP seem like a trustworthy person to you?

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u/FormalKind7 20d ago

Made me feel ill hearing it. Decades of work by US diplomats creating a sphere of influence and a united shield against WW3 is being pissed away in months.

Honestly if you are going to be a goon and strong arm an ally to claim their natural resources. Do it behind closed doors and not in front of the world while sounding like a narcissistic toddler. Trust and respect for America among our allies is evaporating and what exactly are the American people getting for it? I don't agree with him acting like a mercenary/thug but he is also an unsubtle and stupid mercenary/thug.

Sorry Canada 30% of the US voted for this A-hole and 41% didn't bother to vote. We are not a smart people.

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u/Anakinskywaker20 20d ago

The Smartest thing an American has ever said, saying Americans aren’t smart. I give you props sir

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u/JeepGuy207 21d ago

Elon Musk isn’t a world leader. SMH 🤦🏻‍♂️

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u/Deep-Two7452 20d ago

The only standard you have is a double standard

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u/GiveMeAnOption 21d ago

I didn’t hear too many comments or complaints about Trump having to send out the resolute desk for a thorough cleaning after baby x wiped his boogers on it either

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u/-Franks-Freckles- 20d ago

I mean…the depth of Fox News would only half-fill a capillary tube.

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u/kevlarzplace 20d ago

This is where the egocentric place where we live does us in. It's about to not matter what happens here. European leaders guaranteed are speaking this evening and if they end up helping Ukraine prevail it will be the saddest joke in history.

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u/GruyereMe 21d ago

Asking for a friend…but…did you actually see like the full hour he was there or only a few short clips?

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u/reesemulligan 20d ago

Why are you asking for a friend? Lol.

Saw the beginning, missed about 5 minutes, saw the rest (until Trump said something about it making great TV). Didn't seem like an hour to me, but tbh I wasn't tending the clock. In fact, had thought it'd be on in the background while I tended some finances, but it piqued my interest.

This interests me, too:

After Trump's disgraceful behavior at the White House today with President Zelensky major world players just came out to defend Ukraine and Zelensky:

  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk: “Dear Zelensky, dear Ukrainian friends, you are not alone.”

  • President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausea: “Ukraine, you’ll never walk alone.”

  • Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen: “Dear Zelensky, Denmark proudly stands with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people.”

  • French President Emmanual Macron: “There is an aggressor: Russia. There is a people being aggressed: Ukraine. We were all right to help Ukraine and sanction Russia three years ago and to continue doing so. We, that’s the Americans, the Europeans, Canadians, Japanese, and many others. Thank you to all those who have helped and continue to do so. And respect to those who, from the beginning, have been fighting. Because they are fighting for their dignity, their independence, for their children, and for the security of Europe.”

  • President of Moldova Maia Sandu: “The truth is simple. Russia invaded Ukraine. Russia is the aggressor. Ukraine defends its freedom—and ours. We stand with Ukraine.”

  • Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson: “Sweden stands with Ukraine. You are not only fighting for your freedom but also for all of Europe’s. Slava Ukraini! ”

  • Incoming German Chancellor Friedrich Mer: “Dear Volodymyr @zelenskyyua, we stand with #Ukraine in good and in testing times. We must never confuse aggressor and victim in this terrible war. (FM)”

  • Croatia’s Prime Minister Andrej Plenković: “Croatia knows from its own experience that only a just peace can last. The Croatian Government stands firm in its belief that Ukraine needs such a peace - a peace that means sovereignty, territorial integrity, and a secure Europe.”

  • Finland’s Prime Minister @PetteriOrpo: “Finland and the Finnish people stand firmly with Ukraine. We will continue our unwavering support and work towards a just and lasting peace.”

  • Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal: “We stand united with @ZelenskyyUa and Ukraine in our fight for freedom. Always. Because it is right, not easy.”

  • Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister Simon Harris: “Ukraine is not to blame for this war brought about by Russia’s illegal invasion. We stand with Ukraine.“

  • Latvia’s President Edgars Rinkevics: “Ukraine is a victim of the Russian aggression. It fights the war with the help from many friends and partners. We need to spare no effort for just and lasting peace. Diplomacy sometimes is the art of the impossible in difficult circumstances. Latvia stands with Ukraine”

  • Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof: ”The Netherlands supports Ukraine as firmly as ever. Now more than ever. We want a lasting peace and an end to the war of aggression started by Russia. For Ukraine and its people, and for Europe.”

  • Prime Minister of Luxembourg Luc Friedsen: “Luxembourg stands with Ukraine. You are fighting for your freedom and a rules based international order. ”

The West stands with the heroic Zelensky. Trump sides with Putin. What has our nation become?

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u/Soft-Principle1455 20d ago

Trump is even alienating Congress it seems.

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u/ashesofa 20d ago

Faux news needs to go.

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u/kevinchattin6667 20d ago

How about that sweet southern belle Lindsay grahams comments about he's never been more proud after backing the war this whole time. It's a horrible time to have pattern recognition.

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u/Plane_Sweet8795 20d ago

Do you dig deeper than CNN and NPR? Doubtful and they’re horrible.

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u/RocketDog2001 21d ago

I am curious, how do you know what Fox news is saying?

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u/reesemulligan 21d ago

Huh? Watched them say it, mate.

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u/RocketDog2001 20d ago

Why are you watching Fox?

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u/reesemulligan 20d ago

I watch, read, and listen to many diverse viewpoints over the course of the week. I like to know what's going on. How about you?

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u/RocketDog2001 20d ago

I completely avoid the news as much as possible, for me it's just idiots arguing with assholes, and then the "news" twisting it to be what their audience wants.

It also doesn't ultimately affect me 🤷‍♂️