Outsider:  Indeed, Mr. Putin has a nuclear arsenal.  Last time I checked, so did we.  I Presume you're familiar with the concept of MADD.  If not, do a little research.  Putin is a bully and it's working for him....he has total control of Russia and is working to establish Russian hegemony over Eastern Europe.  As NATO is weakened, his task becomes easier.  Surely, you know this....it's hardly a secret.  

Trump has openly expressed his admiration of Putin.....no secret here either.  Trump, IMO, is a novice bully admiring the success of a long-time successful one.  ....like a rookie athlete looking up to a "seasoned" successful veteran.  BTW:  Neville Chamberlain "got along" with Adolph Hitler.  How did that work out?  regards to you, sir,  Gary Crum