Putin and his advisers don't understand the power of public opinion in the West. They believe in conspiracy theories and that someone is orchestrating a malicious campaign against Russia. They don't realize that even conservative politicians have to react when newspapers and artists express their concern on such an issue.
Alexei NavalnyCertain people have wanted to put me behind bars for a long time now. That's part of my work. If I were afraid, I couldn't do what I do.
Alexei NavalnyNo opposition politician has ever taken responsibility for his or her election failures.
Alexei NavalnyPeople aren't really afraid of my views. They are just afraid of the word 'nationalism.'
Alexei Navalny