“I believe that it is my duty and the meaning of my entire life to do everything for Russia, its present and future, to ensure that it is peaceful and prosperous, to preserve and perpetuate our great people, and bring prosperity to every household in Russia. Let me assure you that just as before I will devote my life and my work to serving the people and our Fatherland. For me, this is above everything, ” – Vladimir Putin said.
Polygraph: At his inauguration, Putin proclaims peace and prosperity, both are elusive
Russian president-elect Vladimir Putin walks to take the oath of office during a ceremony at the Kremlin in Moscow on May 7.
