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“Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev can no longer attend concerts by his favorite group Deep Purple without having to fear that the musicians will wear T-shirts with Pussy Riot written on them.”

Quote by Alexei Navalny

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Alexei Navalny is a Russian lawyer and political activist recognized for his anti-corruption efforts and criticism of the Russian government. Born on June 4, 1976, he has gained international acclaim for his work in exposing corruption within the Russian political establishment. more

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