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You'll get no argument from me that knowing the language helps understanding the nuances of a culture, but it's kind of a stretch to say non-speakers can't comment or be informed on general states of affairs in Russia, China, USA, Mexico, Djibouti, or wherever. I'm not remotely anti-Russian by any measure either - I think it's a fascinating place, have friends who've lived there for years and hope to visit myself sometime soon.
But there are myriad criticisms & controversies surrounding Putin and his governance as a matter of public & international record. IMO he's obviously an effective leader for Russia in many ways, but guys like WHP claiming he's the last bastion of freedom holding firm against the forces of "corruption" (his words, not mine), well it's kinda silly looking at Putin's history.
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