Anti-Americanism plays in Russia

President Obama is to visit Russia next week, but U.S. hopes to 'reset' ties with Moscow may run into the problem that being in opposition to America is a stance that serves the Kremlin. By Megan K. Stack Reporting from Moscow -- When President Obama visits the Kremlin next week, he will face the task of trying to reset relations with a government that has built its power base and defined itself by its anti-American, neo-Cold War stance. It's an opportune moment for America to warm up a frosty relationship. Moscow could help on some of Washington's most intransigent foreign policy troubles, including Afghanistan, Iran and North Korea. But in Russia, there is scant evidence of a desire for a fresh start. Despite a reshuffle of power that installed Russian leader Vladimir Putin as prime minister and his career underling, Dmitry... [read full story]                    

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