Comment: You keep repeating that Russia should be a friend.   That's your own softheaded liberalism my friend.  It would be great if all nations were our friends and we'd have a peaceful world.

But Russia is not a free nation.  The government is a high control authoritarian oligarchy run by power.   It is nothing that I want for my nation.  It is worrisome enough that President Trump believes he has a the ability to dictate policy for domestic policy.

The world has bad people that do not respond to,nor care, about other nations.  They will lie,cheat and murder for power.   They eat people who need affirmation as 'friends'.

Invite such folks to your home, there are plenty in every town.   But WE get the voice of allies and I say no to Russia. (Not that my opinion is any better than yours Out- we just disagree).

Nice to see blue sky!!