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One must not allow oneself to skid down to isolationism and unbridled economic egoism. ... The second possible mistake would be excessive interference into the economic life of the country. And the absolute faith into the all-mightiness of the state.

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Vladimir Putin
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: October 7
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