Can the current sanctions even be considered 'coercive'?
Yes - if the intent is to change Russia's foreign policy in Ukraine.
No - if the intent is to signal to U.S. domestic audience or to U.S. allies.
When I am weaker than you, I ask you for freedom because that is according to your principles; when I am stronger than you, I take away your freedom because that is according to my principles. - Louis Veuillot
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