Putin is a butcher. But the American GOP, headed by Trump, has praised him to the skies. American voters need to remember that.

Members of the Russian security forces, a.k.a., "Silovki" (tough guys), may have a role in removing Putin.

There is a way out for the Russian government. It involves Putin, and a touch of something in his tea.

Putin's "victory" in Ukraine will be worse than defeat.

Quick subtle note to Kremlin staff and Russian oligarchs. Maybe if Putin were to exit things...life would be better.