Of course they still are Russians. Are you blaming them for that? You’re still an American, aren’t you?
I am not blaming the Russians for being Russians. Their character varies little, regardless of whatever governing philosophy they embrace. I blame many of the high officials in this country for failing to recognize the unwavering drive for expansion that has ALWAYS been a part and parcel of Russian policy, every time they have been presented with an opportunity.
Trump has apparently seen through this sometimes very purposefully concealed objective, and is acting appropriately, if not to reverse the expansionism, at least to contain it in acceptable channels.