The New York Times reports that Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan will be nominated U.S. ambassador to Moscow. It’s a good choice. Sullivan is smart, calm, and experienced: three crucial ingredients in leading the U.S. mission to Russia.

If Sullivan is confirmed by the Senate, he’ll lead a team of hundreds of diplomats and Russian employees. He’ll also face his fair share of challenges. His upcoming job isn’t for the faint of heart.

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