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VVP is a giant of a man. His example shows us what utter clowns most countries have as presidents/PMs.

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One of Putin's most interesting q&a's w/ the citizenry. Thank you! Fascinating range of questions.

I'm always impressed w/ Putin's command of the facts and details, while he also shares more personal philosophical thoughts about life and Russia. His care for his people really comes through.

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A properly function nation state (a huge one at that) and proper, responsible leadership. Reminds of 1950s Netherlands with its then population of 11 million:)

What is there not to like?

I appreciate this opportunity to learn more about Russia at very large, than I ever thought I would. Thank you, Karl!

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Almost like a travelogue!

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That covered lots of ground. Everything from indigenous languages and books to restoration of old Soviet cartoons and all points in between. I see that various support mechanisms for large families is a subject that has come up before. I have a question for you. In these meetings there are always a plethora of questions asked and Putin always seems to have at least a vague answer for them. Do you think some of these are setups? Pretty impressive. All that and working out two hours a day. Thanks for this.

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Putin travels with a staff and is very well briefed. The Year of the Family is very big policy-wise. My summation comments at the end of Part two add to that. What would be good to know is how much briefing does the audience get. Think about it for a second--you have an opportunity to air some dirt with the president, or perhaps question policy or provide suggestions. I know what I'd do with Biden, but if I were living in Russia, what would I say? Well, I do know what I'd ask.

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Another very interesting report, perhaps the most touching of all, that President Putin can find the time to go to such remote places and talk in such a relaxed way is very remarkable

The conversations seem natural, especially the swing into questions about Putin's life, who would not take the opportunity if so presented, and his replies simple and sincere

Although as you say there must be a degree of prepping

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