The
U.S. Senate should get rid of most of its sanctions that exacerbate
stress with Russia and try constructive engagement instead. That
would be good for each economy and lead Russian toward more liberal
capitalism eventually.
President
Reagan’s policy of constructive engagement with South Africa
eventually led to the end of apartheid as did President Reagan’s
willingness to work with the Soviets support the end of the Cold War.
The
hillbilly approach of the Legislative branch of government toward
Russia with ever more sanctions accomplishes nothing except faux
patriotism for television campaigns.
