Putin: 'The meaning of our whole life and existence is love'
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A congressional speech at the Russian Geographical Society has revealed Vladimir Putin's sensitive side.
"The meaning of our whole life and existence is love," Putin said in his speech. And that's not just romantic love, either — it's "love to the family, to the children, to the motherland." Yes, your patriotism for Russia should make your heart flutter.
Putin added that love is "the top priority which all of us should go after," and he's "absolutely sure that we will succeed." Preach.
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Meghan DeMaria is a staff writer at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked for USA Today and Marie Claire.
