Our Neighbor Russia

Much snorting and snark has been raised about Gov. Palin's mentioning Russia's proximity to Alaska. Sarah Palin is well aware of issues involving Russia. She is not passing herself off as an expert, but as a particularly well-informed citizen--and a governor of a border state.

Putin's Russia, well.

I would further point out some news items:

3/26/08 Russia bombers get NATO escort near Alaska: reports

4/8/08 More Russian bombers flying off Alaska coast

9/12/08 Russia flexes its muscles over Arctic

UPDATE: Stephen F, Hayward, TWS "Give 'em hell, Sarah!"