It is possible to oppose funding for reasons other than being controlled by Putin. There is no evidence that anyone who voted this way hold opinions to that effect. There is substantial evidence that they are funded and supported by Russia.
Being upset people use a shorthand phrase for a politician being influenced by a foreign power is just another way of defending compromised politicians.
It’s not polarization, it’s true.
It is possible to oppose funding for reasons other than being controlled by Putin. There is no evidence that anyone who voted this way hold opinions to that effect. There is substantial evidence that they are funded and supported by Russia.
Being upset people use a shorthand phrase for a politician being influenced by a foreign power is just another way of defending compromised politicians.