americans do broadly support his use of sanctions instead of military intervention. but mr biden didn't explain how the sanctions against russia would increase the economic pain at home. and he didn't explain how he would protect americans from their effects. and the economy is their effects. and the economy is the biggest issue that americans are most concerned about. the rest of his speech, after he talked about ukraine for 12 minutes was all about the problems he faces at home. and again, he didn't really explain how he was going to offset the rampant inflation, the high cost of living that ordinary americans are experiencing. the measures he proposed all need legislation and he doesn't have the support of congress. even key members of his own party do not support increased spending. so it's very difficult to see how last night's speech will have reassured people at home. jane