ITK Daily | July 27

Is America growing weary of the long war in Ukraine? Inflation, wayward allies, and venomous politics at home are eroding support for the proxy conflict against Russia. Economist

+ Russia has pulled some of its Wagner Group mercenaries out of Libya to help in its grinding campaign in Ukraine

Mushroom-leather bags fetch $3,000. Will shoppers care? Bloomberg reports early adopters like Stella McCartney are pitching sustainability and innovation in swapping cowhides for mushroom roots.

Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis jockey for position ahead of potential 2024 showdown: Former president paying close attention to Florida governor’s polling and fundraising; ‘Only Ron matters.’ WSJ

Nick Offerman’s call of the candy-ass: In his inaugural column for Outside, the ‘Parks & Recreation’ star sounds off on Henry David Thoreau, emasculation, and bullying in the outdoors. Outside

NBA legend Reggie Miller is now a boss on the bike: A conversation with the Hall of Famer turned mountain bike obsessive, now on USA Cycling’s Board of Directors. WSJ

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