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.
There must be visibility of the world's most democratic elections. And even if there is a second round - it's not a tragedy. Especially Zyuganov, and Zhirinovsky is no match for Medvedev. And the most dangerous competitor Bulk while out of the game.
Nevertheless, Medvedev still offered Amnesty. In particular, all women and those convicted of crimes committed as minors were released. Also, all those who had served half of the term were released, and the rest of the term was reduced by half.
And even sentenced to life imprisonment was reduced to twenty-five years. In addition, all those sentenced to up to three years were released, as well as all those over sixty-five years. Amnesty was received by all those who have awards of Russia, all participants of military operations, and those who served in hot spots, as well as seriously ill and sick with tuberculosis.
Amnesty with glee was greeted in the West. And Medvedev immediately gained a reputation as a good king. And the number of prisoners in the colonies decreased three times.
Moreover, the new acting President proposed amendments to the criminal code. On them it was forbidden to take into custody for crimes for which the term of imprisonment did not exceed ten years.
In addition, it was suggested that each prisoner in the remand prison should have at least five meters of living space. As well as this innovation, it was forbidden in jail to have more than four people in one cell. That is, all common cameras should be liquidated and redone.
In addition, Medvedev proposed a reasonable amendment to the criminal code. To all previously convicted, to jail were kept together with the only with no previous convictions. And to not have a criminal record, went to a special colony, where he was held without criminal records. And, of course, with preferential conditions of detention, and the right to visit twice a week.
In addition, each jail cell should be a color TV and a working refrigerator. And every convict should have the right to take a shower. And not once a week, but every day.
It was also perceived by the liberals is quite warm. At the same time, of course, Medvedev strongly emphasized his closeness and unity with Putin. Nevsky prospect in St. Petersburg was named in honor of the second President of Russia Putin. Putin himself was posthumously awarded the order of St. Andrew, the star of the hero of Russia and was awarded the title of Marshal of the Russian Federation.
Soon, however, Medvedev posthumously awarded the star hero of Russia and Boris Nemtsov. That is very positively perceived by the West and local liberals. The awarded was and Michael Kasianov, the former Prime Minister of Russia with the order for merit to the Fatherland first degree. And Castanova Medvedev appointed honorary assistant of the Russian President for Economics and Finance in the framework of Deputy Prime Minister. With a correspondingly high salary.
Received unexpectedly the appointment and Bulk. Its actual President of Russia Medvedev appointed the head of the Commission on fight against corruption and bribery. And awarded the order of merit to the Fatherland of the second degree.
Nikita Belykh was released from custody and got a position in the government. Released and Ulyukaeva, too, became something of an Advisor.
At the same time, the criminal case against Khodorkovsky stopped. This businessman was even invited to Moscow. Medvedev also made a proposal to the Supreme court to review the ban on the activities of Jehovah's Witnesses. Moreover, it violated the Constitution and freedom of speech. Was revised and the controversial package of Spring. Most of it was cancelled. Bloggers got more freedom.
Vertical liberalization has started. For the first time in many years, left the program "dolls".
Other laws were adopted. In particular, it was allowed to vote now from fourteen years, that is, from the date of receipt of the passport. And in the Duma can be elected from eighteen. In governors and the Federation Council since twenty-one years. President Medvedev proposed an amendment to the thirty years.
The law on the election of governors has been significantly changed. First, the maximum number of signatures collected has been reduced by two to one per cent. And the number of minimum from half a percent to one tenth. The most important thing was the abolition of municipal filters, which the party in power actively used. And also the prohibition to take part in elections of persons having a criminal record for serious and especially serious crimes.
Medvedev himself personally said: I trust my people and my voters. And I know that they will not choose criminals.
In addition, it was possible not only to reduce the age from which you can go to the governors to twenty-one years, but also those who are under thirty-five years old could run by collecting a minimum tenth of the percentage of signatures.
Besides it was allowed to the same person to put signatures on different candidates. That is very progressive and provided competitive elections.
The President of Russia hinted that the terms of powers of the Duma and the head of state can be revised. In particular, the Duma can, as before, be elected for four years, and the President as in most countries of the world for five years. In any case, the reduction of the term of office is not far off.
Foreign Minister Lavrov was unexpectedly dismissed as well. His place was taken and this is a small sensation - Igor Lebedev. That is Zhirinovsky's son.
Medvedev himself announced that the best foreign Minister is hard to find. And young and experienced. And passed a large school in the Duma.
The youngest leader of the political faction. One of the youngest Vice effects. He worked in ministries and in Parliament. Doctor of social and historical Sciences. Has three sons.
The latter is especially stressed Medvedev: the exemplary father giving birth to soldiers for Russia.
The candidacy evoked mixed reactions in the West and East. As it is the son of the aggressive enemy of a Fuse of Vladimir Zhirinovsky. But...
Zhirinovsky himself, seeing a change in the mood of the Kremlin, turned criticism of the West and focused on the Communists. The election promised to be quite controversial. Several porn stars came forward, and a very motley company.
Medvedev himself criticized the regimes of Belarus and Kazakhstan for being undemocratic, and said that Russia would be with him an oasis of freedom and the most legal state in the world! And that the presidential elections in Russia will be unparalleled in the world in terms of democracy and openness.
The Russian President also announced the establishment of the order of Ilya Muromets of three degrees. Gold, silver and bronze.
And the order of the first degree awarded four Ukrainian boxers: Usyk, Lomachenko, Klitschko brothers! And presented awards to them personally. Gold portraits of Ilya Muromets. Which is very, very honorable.