In reflecting on last week’s Russian bombing of civilians in Ukraine, it occurred to me that dictators, like Putin, follow nearly identical game plans. Job 1 is to get into power – whether by bloody coup or opposition acquiescence. Job 2 is to consolidate power by eliminating or controlling opposition. And, finally, they hang onto power as long as they can while enjoying the spoils with a few trusted friends.

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