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Although his many deficiencies and mistakes I will always remember Yeltsin favorably. His decision to open arm the citizens of Moscow with weapon, during the 1991 Coup attempt, and his aligning himself against the coup was crucial.

We know now that Yelstin’s decision wasn’t ideological decision. We know that he calculated his chances and took what was a calculated risk. But what is easy in retrospect and the quite isn’t as easy during a coup.

While Putin tighten his grip and destroying the Russian democracy, we ought to remember and salute the brave citizens of Moscow - And Yeltsin as their leader - who gave Russia a brief taste of freedom.

May he rest in peace.