When 'doing something' isn't an option

Sitting in my comfortable suburban Philadelphia home, watching horrific events unfold half a world away in Ukraine while protected by the most powerful military the world has ever known, I feel overwhelmed with sadness. Yes, of course, for the suffering and shattered aspirations of the Ukrainian people. But even more so for the sense that nothing significant can be done about it. Sure, we've imposed some sanctions, and we're bound to impose some more. But does anyone really believe this will mak...