Why Progressive, Woke, Western Liberals Should Move to Russia

Why would a left‑winger move to Russia? This title might sound like clickbait—but the truth is more interesting than you’d expect. In recent years, Western YouTubers have flocked to Russia, praising its “traditional values” and escape from “woke” culture. But I’m not one of them. I’m a progressive. I believe in universal healthcare, climate action, public services, and social safety nets. And yet… I’ve lived in Russia for almost eight years—and I love it. 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:05 Who shouldn’t move to Russia? 00:06:06 Western Conservatives in Russia 00:13:02 Realities of Life in Russia 00:16:51 Left‑Wing Policies in Russia 00:22:03 Problems in Russia 00:23:55 Western Conservative Hypocrites 00:27:45 Why did I make this video?