29-06-2010, 09:50 PM
Haven't kept up with the story, but the local and American media are equally near-orgasm and a lot of the usual commentators are mum. I do take note of a sizeable group of former Russian peoples residing in and around Boston (and many other urban centers, no doubt)(to say nothing of those who find rural terrain similar to their homeland) who 'traffic' in all manner of goods, funds, and mail or other communication. That there is a Russian criminal network is undeniable, sometimes trading in identity data and whatever else commands a market. I have seen more Russian candy than I can shake a stick at, and try to keep it at broom-handle length away. And I don't frequent Starbucks. There is no need when we have the coffee franchise chain owned by the Carlyle Group.
"Where is the intersection between the world's deep hunger and your deep gladness?"