I wouldn't bet that at all. He uses them for political and financial gain all the same. He's more successful at it because there even less for him to answer to.
If nothing else, at least Putin gives the impression that he's running on a "Russia First" policy rather than trying to drive the country into the ground like the Democrats are actively doing to America.
As if Putin really gives a fuck about kids and the well-being of the country's populace.
I’m betting he has more concern for his people than most American politicians do for Americans
I wouldn't bet that at all. He uses them for political and financial gain all the same. He's more successful at it because there even less for him to answer to.
If nothing else, at least Putin gives the impression that he's running on a "Russia First" policy rather than trying to drive the country into the ground like the Democrats are actively doing to America.