The Russian people we have known were unlike those described here. My husband worked with people from many countries. One from Russia needed various tools, so my husband took him to a huge tool store and helped him choose the best tools for the job. The man was amazed at the choices and different features. They were co-workers and our families were close for years. We never saw the characteristics you saw. I guess Russians, like Americans, vary based on their personal experiences in life.
The Russian people we have known were unlike those described here. My husband worked with people from many countries. One from Russia needed various tools, so my husband took him to a huge tool store and helped him choose the best tools for the job. The man was amazed at the choices and different features. They were co-workers and our families were close for years. We never saw the characteristics you saw. I guess Russians, like Americans, vary based on their personal experiences in life.