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I was proud of my Soviet country, of wearing Young Pioneer uniform, bombarded by my mother's Communist propaganda.

I'm very inspired by the artfulness and soulfulness of the Russian people.

I love art. I used to have a painting of Gorbachev that was given to my family by Gorbachev.

If you ask anyone on any street corner in the world what the Soviet Union looks like, they would probably have very strong opinions. And they probably would be wrong.

Americans think Soviets are so grim. I want them to see that they can smile.

I love the Russians for their verve, their melancholia, their vivacity, their unpredictability, and their humour.

I'm very proud of my heritage.

Moscow is a huge inspiration for me. I love what I find here, I love being here.

Gaiety is the most outstanding feature of the Soviet Union.

I am proud of my heritage and my family.