No, Russia certainly isn't stupid. We have added to their power and freedom to invade sovereign nations. Who is there to stop them now that we have condoned such pre-emptive strikes and do not have the political leverage or troops to stop it?
All I can say is I can't wait for the debates! I really do think McCain is going to look like the "old dude" that he is...unfortunately! (Paris Hilton's words) Who will his VP be? If he picks Romney I might vote for him, but if he picks Lieberman....he's done! It will be interesting to see if he can finish a thought without looking at his "notes"! LOL