@rune:

And you seem to be mistaking Russia for The Soviet Union.

Grunts like a bear, walks like a bear. Itsa bear!

Russia could be an ally if we play it right.

“…just lower your trousers and bend over. Friends?”

And I’m thinking you too mistake Russia for The Soviet Union.

Actually, if you were listening to Russian officials, from politicians to generals, you’d be in a conundrum how to tell the difference.

That’s not to say there are not great problems in Russia. We should be helping the overcome them, instead of pushing for confrontation.

Once again, listen to Russian political and military critters. They seem to be keen on convincing everyone that no good deed goes unpunished.