Boris Yeltsin

The main task of the president is to protect the interests of the people.

I made a mistake by trusting some people.

The most important thing is to preserve the unity of Russia.

I am not a puppet. I am a free man.

The main problem of Russia is that it has too many problems.

I came to power to change Russia. And I did it.

The future of Russia is in its youth.

I am an ordinary person. With extraordinary responsibilities.

The main principle of my policy is freedom.

I am a democrat, but I am also a realist. Sometimes, tough decisions are necessary.

The breakup of the Soviet Union was a necessary step. It was inevitable.

I believe in private property. It is the basis of a strong economy.

The most important thing is to ensure stability in Russia.

I will not crawl on my knees to beg for power.

Russia will not be a superpower again. That is an illusion.

The Soviet Union was a prison of nations. I helped destroy it, and I’m proud of that.

You can build a throne with bayonets, but you can't sit on it for long.

I love Russia, but I am not a nationalist.

Democracy is not the power of the people, but the power of the people's representatives.

I'm a democrat, but I'm also a strong leader.