1. Cut it out, critics. Trump said what he always says about Russia.

From The Washington Post: "What got him into hot water was repeating that mantra with Putin standing at his side."

2. It is better to talk: Russia is not America's friend, but we can converse

From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: "It is that it is better to talk, and talk frankly, with our foreign allies and our enemies."

3. Donald Trump challenged status quo during Helsinki summit with Putin: Rep. Andy Biggs

From USA TODAY: "Ignore the howls of Democrats and establishment Republicans. The Trump-Putin summit was a good first step toward normal, diplomatic relations."

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