In the Russian experience, although the Russian state is oppressive, it is their state, it is part of their fabric, and so the relation between Russian citizens and their state is complicated.
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Nationality: Polish Type: Journalist Born: March 4, 1932 |
“It was very much a cry for democratic control at that time. Above all, breaking the accomplished power of a few people to rule the lives of everybody else.”
“A song is like a saddle: you ride it for a while, and if it's the right kind of song you can sing it for the rest of your life.”