An Unbeholden Trump Takes the Measure of Putin

An Unbeholden Trump Takes the Measure of Putin
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We Americans must hope that what Trump thinks is right is actually right. With his stunning victory, Trump has a clear mandate for domestic policy. His views on international affairs are in the process of being informed. His most immediate challenge will be dealing with Vladimir Putin. If he understands what makes Putin tick, we, NATO, Ukraine and other regions threatened by Russia will be OK. The hysterical reaction of some that Trump will be Putin's puppet will prove as wrong as Tuesday evening's polls. If not, Trump loses the right to call himself a master of the art of the deal.

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