So one thought I would be spewing politics from this sight, but mostly it's to keep you all updated on my life here in Moscow. But it's been boring lately, so I turn to politics. Very simple. The western press really is harsh against Putin and Russia. But you know, everybody can piss off, because the Russian populace genuinely like and support him. He's been good for the country and that's it. Simple. So all this news about Putin being a authoritarian is bullshit and western propaganda to undermine Russia's resurgence in the world. The west is just pissed that their multinational corporations (Exxon-Mobil and BP) can't rape and pillage Russian resources for their profit while Russian people don't get any of it. If he is an authoritarian, then he is one by the people's consent. Better then a "democracy" where there is no consent. Hail to the chief!