do you feel like russia can be trusted? and why or why not?
478955
Yes\n\nFor About 10-15 Years Or So\n\nThey Were Hungry And Tired For A Long Time\nNOW They Are Well Fed And At Rest\n\nBut They May Feel The Need To Stand Up And Show The World That They Havent Become Fat And Lazy\n\nYoull See Them In The Theatre Supplying Arms To The Iranis\nBut They Will Stay Out Of It
654940
I don't think Muammar Qadhafi should be completely trusted but I don't think that he is a big worry.\n\nI have a feeling that either some of the people who answered before me do not know what they are talking about or we are talking about a different person.\nI am talking about the Libyan leader.
846026
No I don't beleive the airlines are safe.....coz obviously enough stuff still gets past.  I'm not worried about Russia.  This seems to be just a Russian issue so far......
645372
Um, I didn't know that Russia was now a target for outside terrorism - I still remember when some country threatened them with that, and all they got was there Ambassador's ear back with a note saying, "Go Ahead and Try".\n\nThe problems in Russia are complicated, and I for one do not want another cold war, trust me.  In my opinion, they did not shift properly from communism to democracy, they should not have just given everyone the land and homes they lived on, they should have sold it to them - the government would have had an income, and people could know what it was like to earn real ownership, and all the fraud that took place, like someone selling the same home ten times, wouldn't have happened.\n\nNow Russian people are scared, and they should be until the government finds a way to handle their national problems, such as the neo-nazi and hatred crimes in St. Petersburg.\n\nThe Russian people are their own country and they will make their own decisions.  I just think they didn't shift from one economy to another correctly, and are reacting to it.
863241
I'm an American and lived in Russia for 6 months.  I am absolutely amazed at the strength and amazing fortitude of the Russian people.  They are very intellegent, hard working and patient in the face of adversity.  I think the family unit there is stronger than in America.\n\nAs a nation, however, I was so sorry to see such disarray and lack of organization.  Pot holes in streets, decrepit buildings and almost anything that was the government's responsibility to take care of was falling apart.  I am sorry that the salaries of Russian people are so small that it drives them to the black market.  I understand that it was just the necessity of survival but I was disappointed in that.\n\nAs a whole, Russian women are beautiful and the men are handsome and strong. Everyone was incredibly patient with me and my lack of ability to speak much Russian...much more patient than Americans are of people who can't speak English.  I think Russians have a much more global view of the world than Americans and are more patient and understanding  of the differences.  \n\nI admire the Russian people and am amazed at your ability for hard work under difficult situations.  Russian people have certainly made a big impression on me.
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I am happy with my Russian fianec, but he has lived in teh same country as I dosince he was fourteen.  Culturally there are differences, which can be problematic, but nothing that we ahvn't worked out (With real discussions).  But te big issue is that he lives here and sis doign well on his own - h is not using me to get to the US and he is not going to take my money and never show.  I wouldn't say there is a 100% chance that your firlfirne dis  liek taht, but I would say ther is a 95% chance, based on what else is going on out there.  Run a google or yahoo search of "russian women scam" to get an idea of what is going on.
1046075
Russians are people, just like everyone else. All the Russians I've met have been very nice people. I'm sure there are probably some who are not so nice, but my personal experiences with Russian people have all been positive.
1135283
A very debatable question indeed.Well if you know about the Cold War you must know that the U.S. and Russia were not exactly the best of friends.America was against the communist dictatorship in Russia and offcourse the Soviet Union.\nHowever the Cold War was last century.I believe that relations are cordial at the moment.However the two nations prefer to keep their distance.
912156
yes, often when I lived in Russia - this is the only possible way to get anything there: I bribed doctors, police, sales people, teachers... etc.
600819
no, i think russia is trying to regain some glory and it oil company threathen europe, thus we are involved.
610053
If I trust that person, no I wouldn't.  If not, I will check it out myself first before I make up my mind, I wouldn't make my decision based on other people opinion, they could be wrong, or they view things according to them.
492546
I trust in the laws designed to protect me and my family..\n\n I distrust..the way our country spends money, war, Bush, medical companies, how somethings are overlooked...and the media
123478
Really???? Maybe later? Introduction and EU Objectives\nRussia is an important partner, with which there is considerable interest to engage and build a strategic partnership. Russia is the EU’s largest neighbour, brought even closer to the EU by enlargement. The European Security Strategy correctly situates Russia as a key player on geo-political and security issues at global and regional level.
32888
I agree with the previous post. Why not both?  And I really don't want to come across as elist, but I doubt the American citizentry really knows enough about either country to be making such determinations.  What you've learned from watching 'floating heads' argue on CNN or Fox News for an hour probably isn't enough to be determining whether or not you think a country should be trusted.  Hopefully then, our elected officials will do what we expect them to and approach the situation with expert tact.
224808
If the Russians  or the Chinese don't talk some sense into them the I am afraid that we will do something, maybe bomb them off of the face of the earth. I hope not because nothing comes to no good out of war. I have seen a few and nobody really wins. As for the draft it is highly likely especially with the repuglicans in power.
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Russia can make some money, and gain influence with Iran. \n\nIt's probably a quid pro quo deal that as long as Russia opposes strong UN sanctions against Iran, then Iran will send business deals to Russia.\n\nStanding up against the US goals seems to be a way to seem powerful.
41514
I don't know. They haven't involved in military activities since WW2 until recently. But I think we can give them a chance, besides do you think we can fully trust USA? It's a good way to make a balance of power (without having a cold war).