“Russia is so feudal in its system of patronage and reward that it is v...” — Simon Sebag Montefiore Quote

“Russia is so feudal in its system of patronage and reward that it is virtually impossible for a leader to hand over power without controlling his successor or at least receiving an exemption from prosecution - something Mr. Putin granted his predecessor, Boris Yeltsin, in 1999.”

“Gay weddings will be remembered as Tony Blair's greatest achievement!”