[Resolute]

At first glance your deduction would be correct. However, the alternate system that the Administration has selected, is less capable for defending USA mainland against long-range missiles, while providing a local Euro-centric capability. Which is precisely the reason that the Russians opposed the previous concept and will likely be placated by this alternate system.

[Huck]

Just reading Poland's reaction on drudge. I have tremendous sympathy for the Poles. I root for them. And yes, they've been our friend. It's possible that the system there would have been better for our own safety. That's my first concern/question. Much as I admire Poland, protecting them is not top of my agenda, especially considering we're broke.

Maybe I shouldn't say this, but don't the Russians have a point? What if they wanted to put missiles next door to us, say, in Cuba? Oh wait...

Don't misunderstand. I'm for a great national defense. But that means defending the USA. Not Europe, or Asia, or Australia. We'll help when we can, but first things first. But what do you think? Does Russia have a point that the US placing missiles in their backyard is not a good thing for Russia? Wouldn't we react the same way?