Photo of the evolution of Putin/Stalin/Hitler most apt. Angela Merkel knew how to deal with Putin, Dr. Merkel raised in communist East Germany and Russian speaker knew Putin for what he is – a small-minded, insecure punk/ bully. She was not afraid or intimidated by him, by any one, speaking truth to power. Most admired now, one who reflects her qualities – President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, a true citizen of the world and patriot for his country’s independence and freedom. May all the good force in the world be with him to lead us out of this darkness, which impacts us all. The 45th president of the U.S. praising Putin’s demagoguery now is only more evidence of his treason leading to the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.