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The majority of Soviet citizens wished to retain Socialism, a fact that continued after the dissolution. The people fleeing newly established Capitalism was due to dissolved safety nets. 7 million people died due to "Shock Therapy."
Which part is a lie? Soviet Nostalgia is well-documented.
Putin is a shithead, but he is popular within Russia. His opposition has not been able to beat him, though the Communist Party has some support as well.