Russian democracy is the power of the Russian people with their own traditions of national self-government, and not the realisation of standards foisted on us from outside. Vladimir Putin democracyfoistgovernment Change image and share on social
Our aims are absolutely clear: They are a high living standard in the country and a secure, free and comfortable life. Vladimir Putin absolutelyaimclear Change image and share on social
Politics should not interfere with sports. And sports should impact politics. Vladimir Putin impactinterferepolitic Change image and share on social
Those who fight corruption should be clean themselves. Vladimir Putin cleancorruptionfight Change image and share on social
In accordance with the Constitution of the Russian Federation, the issues of foreign policy and defense are fully in the hands of the president. Vladimir Putin accordanceconstitutiondefense Change image and share on social
Anyone who doesn't regret the passing of the Soviet Union has no heart. Anyone who wants it restored has no brains. Vladimir Putin brainheartpass Change image and share on social
I'm eternally grateful to fate and the citizens of Russia that they've trusted me to be the head of the Russian government. Vladimir Putin citizeneternallyfate Change image and share on social
At last, Russia has returned to the world arena as a strong state - a country that others heed and that can stand up for itself. Vladimir Putin arenacountryheed Change image and share on social
I would like to draw your attention to the fact that in Russia, unlike in one third of the world's countries, being gay is not a crime. Vladimir Putin attentioncountrycrime Change image and share on social
Nobody should have any illusion about the possibility of gaining military superiority over Russia. We will never allow this to happen. Vladimir Putin gainhappenillusion Change image and share on social