My question was rhetorical and I know he's not going to attack Russia to get Snowden. But how far is he willing to push? How much pushing does it take to destroy what little relationship there is? And as the relationship spins out of control, how much closer do we get to war? The journey of a thousand miles starts with one step. Yes, war is a long way away from asylum but...
Even worse, as respect and even fear of the US dissolves all over the world, it is only the rifle behind every blade of grass that keeps us from being attacked. As our nuclear arsenal ages and disintegrates, and Obama at the helm, neither Russia nor China fear us at all. They could attack anywhere in the world and have no fear of our response. Japan and Taiwan could be gone in hours.
These are the problems we face when a president takes a strong stand on things of little importance but no stand on things that matter. No respect. No fear.