several bits of interesting info from larry johnson here; 

I realize there are many folks who read this blog who are not fan of Donald Trump. And when I say something complementary of Trump I suspect many are inclined to believe that I am blind to his shortcomings. But, if you think Trump is a clown masquerading as a bull in a china shop, think again. He did something remarkable and subtle today during his meeting with the Florida Panthers, winners of the 2024 Stanley Cup, to send Vladimir Putin a positive message.

Trump made a point of recognizing the performance of the Panther’s goal tender, Sergei Bobrovsky. Bobrovsky, a 36-year-old native of Russian Novokuznetsk, is a stellar goalie, but that is not why Trump focused on him. Trump was sending a message to Vladimir Putin and the Russian people that he does not hate Russia and wants to end the war. Here’s the video:.........more........