an alibi for not having one.
All our policy talk on Russia in public domain in last 10+ years is attacking Putin and demonizing him, nothing else. I would say this is neocon's strategy. This can hide their true policy which they know can not be accepted by american public.
Your first point is about our arrogance. We have double standards. I think, in the case of Russia, our government have treated Russia as defeated nation, downplaying Rusia/USSR side contribution to end the cold war. This triumphalist, winner take all approach has been spearheaded by the expansion of nato.
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