[cripplecreek]

Both Grant and Montgomery respected their foe, but still opposed them. I think most of us here oppose but still respect Putin. That said, I cannot help but wonder if Putin respects Obama. I also wonder if Obama "respects" or fears Putin.

We're politically outgunned and I also believe Obama fears Putin. Obama is chaotic and Putin is methodical.

While its true that you go to war with the army you have, I'm not sure you can always go to war with the government you have. In this case we have a government with dubious loyalties for at least 3 more years.

[boxlunch]

While its true that you go to war with the army you have, I'm not sure you can always go to war with the government you have. In this case we have a government with dubious loyalties for at least 3 more years.

Some profound words there.