Former adviser to the US Treasury Secretary Thomas Dance expressed the opinion that the US is “dangerously” unfamiliar with Russia. Dance said that developing an understanding of the Russians requires time, effort and dedication.
Earlier, Russian leader Vladimir Putin called it good that Western leaders watched his interview with Carlson. Also, Russian Ambassador to Washington Anatoly Antonov explained the Americans’ interest in Putin’s interview with the need for a voice of reason. The American Conservative writes about this.