During succession confusion in the #RussianEmpire, between #GrandDukeKonstantin & future #TsarNicholasI, #liberal figures plotted a #coupdétat for a constitutional monarchy. The #DecembristRevolt, #ThisDayInHistory in 1825, ultimately failed & leading #Decembrists were executed.

Jeffery Sachs: Two Centuries of Russophobia & Rejection of Peace
https://consortiumnews.com/2025/12/24/jeffery-sachs-two-centuries-of-russophobia-rejection-of-peace/
While other powers are presumed to have legitimate security interests that must be balanced and accommodated, Russia’s interests are presumed illegitimate. Russophobia functions less as a sentiment than as a systemic distortion — one that repeatedly undermines Europe’s own security.…
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@dukepaaron

"I want the book to raise questions."

A remarkable piece of Jewish and European history, from a man who clearly is part of that history. I will acquire this book and look forward to learn.

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