Mikhail Leontyev quotes

Mikhail Leontyev is a Russian journalist, political commentator, and television presenter. Known for his sharp opinions and distinctive style, he often discusses economic and geopolitical topics. He currently works as the press secretary for Rosneft and remains an influential media figure in Russia. Here are 2 of his quotes:

English: Only a total idiot would think that a major channel is working to inform the audience. The channel sells product, it must be packaged. CNN, for example, is a colossal ideological tool in the West. An excellent example is the situation around Yugoslavia. How effectively a very civilized part of humankind was brainwashed! The question is in approaches. If a consumer "grubs" stale bread, nobody will offer him poppy-seed buns. I'm an absolutely engaged person. By myself. I have certain political views. I'm not a journalist. I practice political propaganda. I am a commentator, and if one comments on events without having one's own position, that's an unhealthy symptom. (Mikhail Leontyev)

English: New York swines. Listen, I was a dissident, suppressed by the KGB, unlike very many present fighters for democracy. I never, in principle, in the program - it didn't occur to me that I should leave this country. It is my country. Mine!

Mikhail Leontyev

Mikhail Leontyev

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Born: October 12, 1958
Quotes count: 2
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