I can't comment on the mistrust of Russia any further than saying I do believe that Putin is not letting his hands off the rein of power. It seems that he has done everything he can to rollback time and to bring back a more dark and sinister version of Russian (intent on controlling the press and any other dessenting opinions). All of this based on what I have read and seen.

Regarding Mrs. Clinton's mispronounciation and the "whatever..." word being used. It wasn't a proud moment for her. Though a support of hers, I chuckled a bit that it looked a little bad for her. I don't, however, believe that her throwing in the the word "whatever" was meant as a personal slight to the man himself (or to Russia). I do think that it was her attempt at trying to just quickly move on etc.

As a citizen of the United States, I would love to see improved relations with Russia and wuld hope that any new leadership for Russia would truly be ope to this same goal of honest improvement and cooperation in facing the future. This world is too small for so much tension (both here at home and internationaly).