We all know that Russia's democracy is not the most vibrant political system among developed democracies, but this is ridiculous:
As you may notice, several deputies of Russian MPs are running around voting for legislation for their absent overlords. During the vote for more stringent federal drunk-driving legislation, only 88 votes of the 449 cast were actually done by the MP in person. In a stunning display of speed and skill, one deputy pressed 9 buttons in the 20 seconds allowed.
Apparently, Putin and Medvedev are none too pleased with their ministers' truancy. However, when they basically appoint celebrity MPs (imagine Michael Phelps, bong and all, in the US Senate), they shouldn't be too surprised with the results.
Democracy at its finest, folks. Happy Memorial Day.
I hope there will be a Stalin-like purge.
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