It's been reported that this Russian diaspora has a significantly more favourable opinion of Vladimir Putin than their compatriots at home. This higher rating among Russians who enjoy an open and liberal political milieu in the West seems perplexing especially when they witness Putin's increasing proclivity for autocratic rule. Perhaps it results from a perceived lack of an alternative leader capable of mounting a successful challenge to his leadership…
(Read more: Estonian Life No. 30 2020 paber- and PDF/digi)
Laas Leivat, Toronto