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The ruble's plunge has made a formerly patriotic Russian hashtag go rogue.The slogan #крымнаш (Crimea is ours) has become a popular way for Russians to express their patriotism and support for Russia's annexation of the formerly Ukrainian peninsula - appearing on T-shirts, murals and in the media. But Dec. 16 financial turmoil sparked the rise of #кризиснаш (the crisis is ours.)

“Found a job in September at $750. Three months later, I’m now making $350.”

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