More Russians consider Joseph Stalin the “most outstanding person” in world history than any other leader, according to a poll released June 26. Tied for second in the same survey is the man who has done more than anyone to restore the notorious Soviet dictator’s reputation, Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Washington Post: For Russians, Stalin is the ‘most outstanding’ figure in world history, followed by Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with representatives of business community at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow, on Feb. 3, 2016.