You will have no problem with the local people (in general). There may be some who are unhappy about the situation in Ukraine (they blame America for causing all the problems). Most Russians would like to visit the US, and many would like to emigrate.
In all the years I've been en Russia, I have yet to experience any hostility.
82 posted on 06/12/2016 8:08:38 AM PDT by Cowboy Bob