Russian propaganda

[rainfall]

It's back and it's appalling to say the least... TV, net, radio... "We're the greatest, we're the best and our shit don't stink..."

Just went across a fine example (in the words of the great stimpy - "putting on the stupomitron helmet... Prepare to activate!")

http://www.russian-victories.ru/

Oh, and yes, it's got some great music of course.

[Anonymous]

Is it just me, or is there something creepy about this picture?

http://www.russian-victories.ru/russian_family_reading_the_bible.jpg

[tinribz]

Was it ever away?

Have you met any Russians, they've always seemed extremely patriotic to me, even the younger generations.

[Ferrus]

Is it just me, or is there something creepy about this picture?
'22 years on and the benevolence of mother Russia following Chernobyl incident has ensured there are no more adverse affects throughout the former Soviet territories'

[Vagabond]

It's back and it's appalling to say the least... TV, net, radio... "We're the greatest, we're the best and our shit don't stink..."
Sounds like Americans - only in Russian. Nothing new here.

[Anonymous]

Sounds like Americans - only in Russian. Nothing new here.

Actually, that's something I've been noticing, America seems a lot like Russia in ways. Very conservative, very religious (well, I'm not sure how religious they are anymore), very industrial, and a relatively safe haven for corrupt politicians.

[edge walker]

Sounds like Americans – only in Russian. Nothing new here.
Took the words out of my mouth.

[rainfall]

Is it just me, or is there something creepy about this picture?

They suck at faking smiles.

Was it ever away?

Have you met any Russians, they've always seemed extremely patriotic to me, even the younger generations.

There's a very simple way to figure it out. The dumber the person, the more patriotic they are.

[walfin]

Hey, the russians are kind of smart. They know the best strategy for prisoner's dilemma is tit-for-tat.

Like how they created an extra long form for visa applications from US citizens.

And the baby looks like a toy.

[RottenApple]

They certainly are flexing their muscles lately.

Did anyone see the BBC documentary. Was fairly balanced I thought. Showed how the Russians perceive the missile defense issue. From their point of view,it really must seem like an act of aggression.

On the other hand it painted quite a negative picture of Putin. An insecure dictator in waiting. It's becoming quite a trend these days, you talk democracy but you walk totalitarian. I see it happening a lot in my own country too.

[rainfall]

On the other hand it painted quite a negative picture of Putin.

A puppet for his masters, really.

[RottenApple]

They asked some Russian girls in the documentary about Putin. They said they liked him because Russia is not yet "civilized" enough for a truly democratic leader. heh !

meh ... I'm not going to pass too much judgment on them as a people though. Understanding all the deeply complex cultural issues that make up a country can only be done if you live there for a good number of years.

[rainfall]

meh ... I'm not going to pass too much judgment on them as a people though. Understanding all the deeply complex cultural issues that make up a country can only be done if you live there for a good number of years.

I hope the first fourteen years of my life will be enough. He's a puppet for a shadow government of crooks, the girls are stupid and the culture has long been dead.

[Andantino]

Is it just me, or is there something creepy about this picture?

http://www.russian-victories.ru/russian_family_reading_the_bible.jpg

It's the fact that the baby's the one staring dead at the camera and the rest of the family is not.

It's Gage from Pet Cemetery.

[RottenApple]

I hope the first fourteen years of my life will be enough. He's a puppet for a shadow government of crooks, the girls are stupid and the culture has long been dead.

I take it you lived there until you were 14 ?
I heard that they want to extend the presidential term. Never a good sign.

I'm interested to see how Obama works with them. The trick, IMO, is to maintain the moral high ground until they play their hand.

[LazyReed]

Sounds like Americans - only in Russian. Nothing new here.

True that brotha.

[ryan_m_parr]

The worse propaganda tends to have religious overtones, and this clashes with the typical American propaganda that all Russians are Atheist. Either side seems like bull$#!^.

[kendoiwan]

Say what you will, but the Russians have one of the best mafia's in the world :yes:

[ryan_m_parr]

Say what you will, but the Russians have one of the best mafia's in the world :yes:

And. . .?

AK-47 . . . Philology babe (Marina Orlova)

English version (http://www.hotforwords.com/2008/06/29/ak-47/)

[rainfall]

I take it you lived there until you were 14 ?


Yeh... They actually started making people get passports at 14 (just as I was leaving the country)... I guess they didn't feel like missing out on any cannon fodder for their wars... I can't technically go back there because then I'd have to serve in army were if I were to be caught on the street ( you need to pay russia 1500 USD to forfeit your citizenship - which is bullshit frankly).

[Kameraad Eksteen]

Awesome site! but I still like http://englishrussia.com/ more.

[Anonymous]

( you need to pay russia 1500 USD to forfeit your citizenship - which is bullshit frankly).

How did they rationalize that one? The intent seems pretty obvious to me, but I'm just wondering how they buttered it up to make it seem innocent to the public.

[hardkar]

Gaah! Russians, nobody likes them.

[rainfall]

How did they rationalize that one? The intent seems pretty obvious to me, but I'm just wondering how they buttered it up to make it seem innocent to the public.

That's the great thing about being in power... You don't have to rationalize anything.

[kendoiwan]

And. . .?


English version (http://www.hotforwords.com/2008/06/29/ak-47/)

:stupid: How could I not mention the Chopper. It has to be the most rapped about assault rifle in history.


Yeh... They actually started making people get passports at 14 (just as I was leaving the country)... I guess they didn't feel like missing out on any cannon fodder for their wars... I can't technically go back there because then I'd have to serve in army were if I were to be caught on the street ( you need to pay russia 1500 USD to forfeit your citizenship - which is bullshit frankly).

That's quite a racket they've got going. :yes:


That's the great thing about being in power... You don't have to rationalize anything.

:no: Got that right.

[Ferrus]

I notice the site uses the term 'Polish schismatics'. Interesting terminology.

[Vagabond]

True that brotha.
That's sista for you ;)

[purveyor of truth]

Ayn Rand sums up the Russian mentality in her writings, for those who dont know she was born and raised in Russia till she was 21 I think. If it wasnt for Russia we wouldnt have objectivism.

[kendoiwan]

Ayn Rand sums up the Russian mentality in her writings, for those who dont know she was born and raised in Russia till she was 21 I think. If it wasnt for Russia we wouldnt have objectivism.

Is that a good thing or a bad thing :gm:

[purveyor of truth]

Is that a good thing or a bad thing :gm:

I'm no diehard disciple but she has her good points and there are two opposing biographies that are pretty interesting to read.