Mikhail Gorbachev

The breakup of the Soviet Union was a crime. It was a betrayal of the people.

I am for the market, but I am also for social justice.

The main problem of Russia is corruption. It is eating away at the country.

I believe in the power of dialogue. We must talk to each other, even with our opponents.

Nuclear weapons are a threat to all humanity. We must get rid of them.

The world needs a new thinking. A new approach to global problems.

I am not a fan of capitalism. But I recognize its effectiveness.

We must not repeat the mistakes of the past.

The world is interconnected. We must solve global problems together.

I am a patriot of my country. I love Russia.

The main task of politics is to serve the people.

I regret that I could not prevent the collapse of the Soviet Union.

The greatest danger to the world is the arms race. We must stop it.

I am a socialist by conviction. But I am also a realist.

The world needs trust. Without trust, there can be no peace.

The main lesson of Chernobyl is that we must be responsible for our actions.

I am not a saint. I have made mistakes.

The future belongs to those who are not afraid to change.

The Soviet Union was a great country. It achieved a lot.

I believe in human values. In peace, freedom, and justice.