Russian Premier Vladimir Putin is not a nice guy.  He is belligerent, steely-eyed, cold, and plain-spoken. He says exactly what he means, and is not afraid of the repercussions from the international media or anyone else.   I'm sure that the current American "leadership" sickens him with its pathetic political correctness. Putin answered a question about his attacks against Chechnya Islamic terrorists in a 2008 G-8 press conference.  His response was direct and cold as ice.  Essentially, allowing for translation inaccuracies, he said if you come into Russia we'll cut your n*ts off.  The video of this is awe inspiring.  It is very "Dirty Harry" ala Clint Eastwood.  There is no doubt where he stands, and he doesn't care what anyone else in the room thinks.  This is a leader.  You may not like him, but you have to respect him. Contrast this with our "fearless leader" Obama.  Three full days after...(Read Full Post)