Trump is regarded by Putin (and maybe most Russians) as what the Jews call a "mensch"---a regular guy of decent impulses and admirable stamina and courage. The Russians admire strength, stamina, courage to a degree that goes beyond the somewhat vain word "machismo." I think they can accept Trump as someone they can deal with, in a spirit of mutual respect.
Trump is regarded by Putin (and maybe most Russians) as what the Jews call a "mensch"---a regular guy of decent impulses and admirable stamina and courage. The Russians admire strength, stamina, courage to a degree that goes beyond the somewhat vain word "machismo." I think they can accept Trump as someone they can deal with, in a spirit of mutual respect.