Zelensky Addresses Congress
Live drawing hope
President Volodymyr Zelensky was flown to Washington yesterday, the first time he was out of his country of Ukraine since the Russian invasion started 300 days ago. During the day he met with President Biden, and then in the evening, he gave an emotional and rousing speech to a join session of Congress, and I live drew it.
Several times, his speech was interrupted by standing ovations.
In his now familiar military green sweatshirt and cargo pants, he thanked Americans for their support, financially and emotionally. He came to thank us, but also to ask for more help.
He skillfully aimed his remarks at different constituencies in the US, hoping to garner any wavering support among conservative groups. His speech indicated that he will be needing us more in the coming year, particularly as winter descends. You could hear concern in his words.
“We have artillery, yes, thank you,” he said. “We have it. Is it enough? Honestly, not…
