"The meaning of our whole life and existence is love. It is love to the family, to the children, to the motherland (the world). This phenomenon which appears complicated lies at heart of any of our beh…"

"If we want to survive as an ethnic group – well, or as ethnic groups inhabiting Russia – there must be at least two children. And in order to expand and develop, you need at least three children."

"I don't trust anyone. Not even myself."

"The task of the government is not only to pour honey into a cup, but sometimes to give bitter medicine."

"I don't sleep much. I work a lot."