As Russia is prowling around Georgia, there seems to be some interesting evidence the Medvedev might become his own man. Here is an essay that underscores a genuine policy difference between PM Putin and President Medvedev for your reading and reflection:

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121841206132928331.html?mod=opinion_main_review_and_outlooks

Those of you who have followed the emergence of Russia's oligarchs and their downfall and, most important, Russia's energy policy, would enjoy reading this short essay.