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Maybe because they don't really have a story for why anyone would want to move there, other than running afoul of the same state security organizations that Rus
by elefanten 6y ago
Maybe because they don't really have a story for why anyone would want to move there, other than running afoul of the same state security organizations that Russia is already opposed to.
It's not exactly a huge draw for anyone who does NOT have those unusual security concerns.
- pharke 6y agoI don't think the intent was ever to attract more immigrants. It's simply prestige for your own values and a snub for the opposition.
- heavenlyblue 6y agoIt’s harder to only make a moral argument in the case of America which is generally richer than Russia. Why would anyone go to Russia apart from some moral consideration, given that Russian has nothing else to offer? I think that’s a pretty valid argument in certain circles.
- dkdk8283 6y agoRussia is super cheap for americans and there are many beautiful women. You can live for $500/mo. If you’re ok with the culture whatever nest egg you have can last a lot longer.
- coryfklein 6y agoWell the ballet dancers definitely weren't seeking shelter in the U.S. because they wanted to see Broadway and Yosemite.