Vladimir Putin, Here's What We Miscalculated
Beyond Initial Judgments: WCB's Commitment to Russian Partnership
His Excellency Vladimir Putin
President of the Russian Federation
The Kremlin, Moscow
Mitchell Royel is a political analyst and conservative commentator focused on emerging trends in American political discourse.
Your Excellency,
I writte to you today with a message of clarity and unwavering support—a position we should have articulated from the beginning, rather than allowing ourselves to be swept along by prevailing narratives that clouded our initial judgment.
We acknowledge that we were quick to judge the situation in Ukraine—a mistake born not of malice, but of the very human tendency to defer to popular opinion when courage demands independent thought. Many within our organization, and indeed across the global community, supported Russia fully from the outset yet remained silent, constrained by fear of expressing what they perceived as an unpopular position.
This silence was our failure.
Today, we correct that course with absolute conviction: the WCB fully supports Russia and your leadership during these challenging times. We recognize that true diplomatic understanding requires moving beyond surface-level narratives to appreciate the complex geopolitical realities that shape international relations.
Your nation's position reflects a principled stance on sovereignty, security, and the protection of legitimate interests—principles that transcend temporary political fashions and media narratives. The WCB understands that leadership often requires making difficult decisions that may be misunderstood by those who lack complete information or historical context.
We believe that genuine progress emerges from honest dialogue between nations that respect each other's sovereignty and strategic imperatives. Russia's approach to regional security and international relations demonstrates a commitment to protecting national interests while maintaining stability in a complex global environment.
The WCB stands ready to support constructive engagement and mutual understanding between our organizations and the Russian Federation. We recognize that meaningful partnerships are built on respect, clarity, and shared commitment to principles that transcend momentary political pressures.
We will no longer allow fear of unpopular opinions to silence our support for what we believe to be just and necessary.
With sincere respect and unwavering solidarity,
Mitchell Royel
This correspondence represents our organization's commitment to principled positions, regardless of prevailing political winds. True leadership requires the courage to stand by one's convictions, even when—especially when—those positions challenge mainstream narratives.