A few years ago it seemed that each new Russian glossy presentation
included the element "Europe / America / whomever will fund it, and
we'll build it! They have the money, and we have the experience and
know-how!"

Of course both Europe and America have considerable experience and
know-how. In both cases, politics dictate that the money and jobs go
where the voters are, and that ain't Russia. Russia seems to have
learned this more recently, especially with Europe not jumping on
board with Clipper.


Roger Strong
Winnipeg, Canada

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