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Putin, the Dollar, and Energy
The Provocateur ^ | 07/08/2009 | Mike Volpe

Posted on 07/08/2009 10:04:06 AM PDT by fiscon1

Since taking over as leader nearly a decade ago, Vladimir Putin has rolled back democracy and freedom in Russia in ways that would only rival Joseph Stalin. He's cracked down on opponents, the media, and rolled back the Democratic process. All of this is a naked attempt to consolidate all legitimate power into his own hands. Yet, Putin isn't merely popular in Russia, but overwhelmingly popular.

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TOPICS: Government
KEYWORDS: currency; energy; putin

1 posted on 07/08/2009 10:04:07 AM PDT by fiscon1
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To: fiscon1

“Since taking over as leader nearly a decade [6 months] ago, Vladimir Putin [Obama] has rolled back democracy and freedom in Russia [America] in ways that would only rival Joseph Stalin. He’s cracked down on opponents, the media, and rolled back the Democratic process. All of this is a naked attempt to consolidate all legitimate power into his own hands. Yet, Putin [Obama] isn’t merely popular in Russia [America], but overwhelmingly popular.”

Pretty easy to bring this closer to home!


2 posted on 07/08/2009 10:15:52 AM PDT by broken_arrow1 (I regret that I have but one life to give for my country - Nathan Hale "Patriot")
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To: fiscon1

“Since taking over as leader nearly a decade [6 months] ago, Vladimir Putin [Obama] has rolled back democracy and freedom in Russia [America] in ways that would only rival Joseph Stalin. He’s cracked down on opponents, the media, and rolled back the Democratic process. All of this is a naked attempt to consolidate all legitimate power into his own hands. Yet, Putin [Obama] isn’t merely popular in Russia [America], but overwhelmingly popular.”

Pretty easy to bring this closer to home!


3 posted on 07/08/2009 10:15:56 AM PDT by broken_arrow1 (I regret that I have but one life to give for my country - Nathan Hale "Patriot")
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To: fiscon1

“Since taking over as leader nearly a decade [6 months] ago, Vladimir Putin [Obama] has rolled back democracy and freedom in Russia [America] in ways that would only rival Joseph Stalin. He’s cracked down on opponents, the media, and rolled back the Democratic process. All of this is a naked attempt to consolidate all legitimate power into his own hands. Yet, Putin [Obama] isn’t merely popular in Russia [America], but overwhelmingly popular.”

Pretty easy to bring this closer to home!


4 posted on 07/08/2009 10:16:00 AM PDT by broken_arrow1 (I regret that I have but one life to give for my country - Nathan Hale "Patriot")
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To: broken_arrow1

not everything needs to be turned into an opportunity to whack Obama.


5 posted on 07/08/2009 10:18:24 AM PDT by fiscon1
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To: fiscon1

So? Europeans, especially Russians, seem to looove having powerful leaders. Americans far less so.


6 posted on 07/08/2009 10:24:56 AM PDT by Seruzawa (Obamalama lied, the republic died.)
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To: fiscon1
As someone who dislikes the Republic turning into a fascist corrupt State with no accountability, I mostly disagree. We need to hit this fraud at every step, with all our might. Because we care about the Republic and do not wish to see it dismantled.

If Ogabe does something right, I agree we should not tamper. However, 90% of what he does is part of his grand plan to turn America into a miserable socialist hellhole, so I am fighting this every step of the way. Get out of the way of those who will defend the Republic if you're not on board.

7 posted on 07/08/2009 10:28:19 AM PDT by mallardx
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To: fiscon1

Why not if it’s true. Sorry to slam your Communist Hero.


8 posted on 07/10/2009 3:48:21 AM PDT by broken_arrow1 (I regret that I have but one life to give for my country - Nathan Hale "Patriot")
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