> There’s definitely a sizeable chunk of pro-Russia in right wing circles. I’m reminded of those “I’d rather be a Russian than a Democrat” t-shirts that were popular in Republican circles from the 2016 election.

Honestly, that sounds mostly like a troll designed specifically to derange liberals ("own the libs" or whatever). If I remember my 2016 correctly, liberals were freaking out about Russian election interference at the time.

I think that demonstrates relative hatred of Democrats, not love of Russia

You might liken it to vowing to never voting Republican, even if you agree on some issues

I would agree if it wasn’t for the wave of Russian apologia that accompanied Republican talking points during the Trump administration.

> I think that demonstrates relative hatred of Democrats, not love of Russia

It cleverly uses the hate for democrats to push for the love for Russia. Once you normalize this line of thinking, Russia is seen in a more favourable light by anyone who falls for it.

I think anything can mean anything these days. So, whatever you say.

Funnily enough, this is one of the key goals of Russian propaganda machine. If you can convince people that everything is equal lies, you can lie to them as you like and they'll consider it alongside all the other narratives. Convenient!

You seem to know lots about propaganda, I trust your opinion