The killing of more than 130 Russians by ISIS terrorists evokes shock and sympathy across the globe. After all, citizens of every country remain susceptible to the action of armed zealots.
Nevertheless, there are certainly mixed feelings when such an event occurs in countries that openly support terrorism. Indeed, contrary to current evidence, Putin has blamed Ukraine for the attack, a country that he has been terrorizing for more than two years.
One is also inclined to be less sympathetic to victims who live under the thumb of dictators, wondering why they have not taken action to protect human rights and their personal freedom. Of course, they would do so at significant risk to themselves and their families; Alexei Navalny courageously proved that point. As we Americans drift toward the loss of our own Democracy, we might soon understand their reluctance. Vote Democratic!
