[wideawake]

Putin has out performed dear leader in just about every category

Has he?

In what ways exactly?

The two are remarkably similar: lots of blather and showmanship, complete ineffectiveness, impinging on citizens' rights, etc.

Two insecure loudmouth morons.

[ontap]

Just off the top of my head do you recall the Syrian debacle, the Libyan debacle the Russians are on the ascent and where are we heading!!!!!

[duckln]

#1 He signed a Flat Tax law.
#2 He signed the law prohibiting advertising homosextuality.
#3 He promotes and defends Christianity.
#4 He's pro family.
#5 He supports Syria defending their country against Christian killing fanatics.
#6 He's got 85%+ approval in his country.
#7 etc...

"Blather?". Have you ever listened to one of Putins' press conferences?