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[–] Skiluros@sh.itjust.works 1 points 17 hours ago

I am conflating anything. I am basing my statements on reality.

As per research spanning 30+ plus years, covering multiple methodologies and sources, a solid 65% of russians support genocidal imperialism with another 20% being supporters of imperialism with less genocidal tendencies. This holds true across the history of modern russia (with some variations, but minor ones).

So around 85% of the population are either genocidal imperialist or regular imperialists (with most being genocidal imperialists).

Keep in mind that most seemingly intelligent counter arguments "they are all afraid, most russians oppose putin, they are just forced to answer in this way" or "it's all due to propaganda" can actually be tested and either outright discredited or shown that their impact is irrelevant.

I will add that ignoring these facts and trying to white-wash deep rooted support for genocidal imperialism among at least a strong majority of russians benefits no one. Including the russians themselves. You're not doing them any favours by playing into their victimhood narratives.