If you’re Tim Ryan, J.D. Vance has given you a big opening on Ukraine, so you need to make it front and center in your campaign. Most GOP candidates, however, will be running furiously against Putin and calling Biden a wimp. What is your answer?
There are two parts to it. First, emphasize your undying support for Ukraine, and your consistent votes for military aid, assuming that you are an incumbent. Do whatever it takes to establish that you are just as tough on Putin as your opponent. Second, to the extent possible, remind the voters that the GOP stood steadfastly behind Trump when he blackmailed the Ukrainian government and withheld weapons. Your audience may not pay much attention to that issue, but it’s worth a try.