I'd say that Mark Steyn the Australian has come to a conclusion that required a jump

Russsia has it's problems for sure, but I think they will overcome most of them. The former Soviet States are a mixed bunch, some are doing well while others are having problems.

They will get the AIDS problem under control and start doing well economically. They just need some time. The change they are undergoing is extreme from the days of Communism and it is not easy. They are a smart and resourceful people and I have more faith in them than Mark Steyn does.


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