[chudogg]

On the issue of Chechnya, it is us who have been playing footsie with the French and Germans and complaining about Russia's treatment of Chechnya.

Has GW denounced Russia's handling of Chechnya?

[silversky]

Has GW denounced Russia's handling of Chechnya?

Richard Boucher did, just three days ago. Complained about the elections.

[self_evident]

Has GW denounced Russia's handling of Chechnya?

Check out post #180. Lately, Bush hasn't come down on Putin on the issue, but, of course, that attitude hasn't penetrated the State Dept to my knowledge.