The activity was enormous. Dmitry Medvedev announced the continuity of the course in foreign policy. But in the very first days he held a number of meetings and negotiations with the leaders of Western States. As a result, a statement was born about the need to improve relations with the West. Acting President of Russia Medvedev issued decrees to lift most of the sanctions against Europe and the United States. In response, the West eased its sanctions.
Poroshenko arrived in Moscow. There was a personal meeting between the two presidents. Then there was an exchange of handshakes. Both sides have not yet touched upon the status of Donbass and Crimea, but have agreed on a number of mutually beneficial economic projects. As well as the lifting of sanctions against each other.
There were meetings with the Prime Minister of Germany and Britain. In General, Medvedev made a favorable impression on the West. The media called him a progressive leader. And in Russia the press stopped anti-Western attacks. But there were articles as bad in China. In this country there is no freedom of speech and the people have no rights in prison of inhumane conditions and torture thrive. And that in General, human rights are not respected in China, and despite the formally high rate of growth, most of the population lives in poverty.
And about democracy in China and there is no question - one Communist party dominates.
Again, anti-Stalinist and anti-Communist films were shown on Russian television. Medvedev removed the Governor of a Communist. However, appointed another of the liberal democratic party.
Unexpectedly, Vladimir Volfovich was awarded for his faithful service to the Kremlin with the order of merit for the Fatherland of the first degree. And this is the second most important award after Andrew. And a sign of great mercy.
I must say that Zhirinovsky has always supported Medvedev, despite liberalism, and the tendency to Pro-Western orientation of the latter. Generally Zhirinovsky two-hearted politician-in words the enemy of the West, but the liberals and Westerners, if they are in power to criticize afraid.
And almost always takes under the visor. And only in the Duma of the first convocation still somehow imitated opposition. And now... Well, what is the opposition.
Nevertheless Zhirinovsky and Medvedev met. And the acting President advised to go to elections-to raise an appearance and to spoil to other candidates. All the more, that expected record number of participants - not less twenty-should pass registration.
Medvedev wanted to show the most democratic elections, but of course they surely win. And scandalous Zhirinovsky is an ideal way to discredit other candidates. Imagine twenty people, gather in one room, got half a minute to speak. And Zhirinovsky will be the loser? The hubbub and the madhouse will turn out. And people will prefer the second person tandem Medvedev this farce.
Of course Medvedev also has problems: pension reform and economic difficulties have given the government a high anti-rating. In addition, Medvedev is an ardent anti-Stalinist and anti-Communist, which prevents him from attracting the left under his banners, a significant part of which previously voted for Putin. And the ideas of socialism are popular in Russia.
Communists, apparently with the uniform candidate can't be defined. There are many people who want to try their luck on the left field. Even a lot of. Udaltsov declared that he will go to elections independently. Like, does not see more worthy. Streltsov accused Medvedev of surrender of Donbass and friendship with Bandera, also decided to go to the polls on their own. Fortunately, not so much should be collected signatures. Suraykin clear so will go to the polls alone. The first time was not lucky-few votes were collected, but the second time, maybe it will be better.
The Communist party of the fluctuations. Zyuganov old, and all the boring not very pass, and the best cannot be seen. Grudinin in any case said that he was always ready. But Boldyrev said that he will move out on their own.
In General, after Putin all, it seems that there are no more political heavyweights and you can try yourself. If you don't win, you'll be promoted.
Ksenia Sobchak, and of course happy new you try pushing yourself. Moreover, she in the most recent elections took fourth place, not bad for a blonde in chocolate. And then there's new ideas appeared.
Ksenia Sobchak announced that he would abolish the anti-Smoking law and reduce the price of alcohol. What was quite enthusiastic about drinking audiences.
However, Medvedev offered some easing to the anti-Smoking law. In addition, there was a proposal - to allow alcohol advertising in the media. And indeed the sale of alcohol has fallen in recent years to 80 percent. And spending Treasury increases. Medvedev has already raised all pensions by twenty-five percent, by his decree, and the minimum wage by thirty percent. In addition, it was stated that although the West is not the enemy, military spending will not decrease. And most likely the army will become purely professional.
The salaries of conscripts were doubled. Medvedev increased and significantly three times and scholarships to students. In addition, in order to raise the rating, it was announced that the pension reform is suspended for ten years. And experience will be considered differently, including taking into account working pensioners.
The income tax on the rich remained the same. But for the poor, was declared a tax holiday. Unemployment benefits have also increased significantly. The rise in oil prices allowed for a more populist policy.
Medvedev wanted to win relatively honestly the most competitive presidential elections in the world. He personally talked to the head of the Central election Committee Panfilova and rigidly ordered not to find fault with the quality of documents, signatures, and so on. And to register everyone. Still a big threat the herd will not. Especially money in Treasury is and it is possible to grease voters a little.