From Cowboy to Comrade: How A Texas Man Found Himself on the Front Lines of Ukraine

A Texas father moved his family to Russia, chasing promises of “traditional values” and an escape from what he saw as America’s cultural decline.

Drawn in by Russian propaganda and anti-woke messaging, he joined the Russian military hoping for a safe desk job and fast-track citizenship. Instead, he’s now on the front lines of the war in Ukraine.

This video breaks down his story, Russia’s strategy to lure Western conservatives, and the dangerous reality behind the propaganda. From the “American Village” expat enclave to Putin’s “Year of the Family” campaign, we’ll explore how ideology, desperation, and misinformation collide with geopolitics

Watch until the end for an in-depth look at how Russia is using cultural narratives as a recruitment tool.

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