BookRix

There he goes , again...

Putin is merely proof, as is Xi, that the US understanding of what a
successful leader should be, is not a universal value.

If one would take the time to step out of the bubble and ask the people in the
countries these autocrats govern, one could learn that Putin and Xi simply
deliver what their people want.
These politicians simply deliver for their country and their people.
Which is the reason why these leaders will be re elected any time.

When Putin took over, Russia was a mess and the social security system was
more of less gone.
People wanted stability, medical services, infrastructure and an environment
in which business is possible, and pensions.
Just like the Chinese.

They care much less about political freedom and a million parties to choose
from.
Especially the latter is for most Russian and Chinese of no concern as they
can see the endless bickering and blockades Western democracies demonstrate.

And they got what they wanted.

They got a leader that allows them to do their business, live their lives and
have a chance for a pension in their old age.
Which is why Putin, Xi and to a lesser extent even someone like Assad will win
elections over any Western endorsed politician.

We have a saying here in Singapore that puts the issue in a single sentence:
""Let them play politics as long as they provide what we need to do business
and live a happy life"".

On most parts of this planet Western style democracy is over rated.

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Camano Island, WA

At a time when the worst of humanity seeks to reassert itself, the celebration
of a life that embodies its best is reassuring - even as we lament its
passing.

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