The Decline Of Russia

Being relatively Russophilic, one understands that comments such as those allegedly made by Prime Minister Putin regarding President Saakashvili are probably intended for the home crowd; some Russians seem to like that sort of chat.

Yet before anyone hangs anyone else by anything, it might perhaps be a good idea to stop the guys who are stealing the churches. Lose the churches, and you lose the culture. Lose the culture, and you lose it all.