How does Dr. Markov characterize the representation of citizens' desires by leaders in Russia and Ukraine regarding the war?
According to Dr. Markov, there is a stark contrast in how leaders represent their citizens. He claims Russian President Putin genuinely represents the position of most Russian citizens, suggesting Russians want peace. Conversely, he asserts that Ukrainian President Zelensky does not represent Ukrainians' desires, stating that Ukrainians want peace 'as much as possible' while Zelensky 'wants only war.' Dr. Markov further argues this represents a broader disconnect where European leaders support the war despite what their citizens may want. His perspective frames Russia as a 'democratic country in the big sense' where leadership aligns with citizens' wishes, while portraying Ukraine's leadership as acting against its people's desire for peace.
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Dr. Markov Discusses European Leaders' Disconnect with Citizens on War
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