I like the fact the fall of Russian communism shined the light of truth on their lies and failures.
Sad pictures will not make me compassionate for their plight. FU Commies!
I was stationed in Buenos Aires in the 80’s. Late wife and I were walking around Calle Lavalle (big shopping district) and were accidentally following some Soviet merchant seamen. Even though Argentina was going through one of their regular economic crises, the shops, high-end boutiques, markets, restaurants, etc, were filled with shoppers and diners. The Soviet sailors were awe stricken. It must’ve been their first time outside the USSR.
I was stationed in Buenos Aires in the 80’s. Late wife and I were walking around Calle Lavalle (big shopping district) and were accidentally following some Soviet merchant seamen. Even though Argentina was going through one of their regular economic crises, the shops, high-end boutiques, markets, restaurants, etc, were filled with shoppers and diners. The Soviet sailors were awe stricken. It must’ve been their first time outside the USSR.
I agree, and yet our "leadership" has the pedal to the floor and can't get us there fast enough. Go figure.