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Lebedev Artemy
Lebedev Artemy has transformed from a renowned designer into a mouthpiece for state propaganda, defending authoritarian policies while benefiting from government contracts.
Quick summary on Lebedev Artemy
Political Manipulation & Hypocrisy:
Lebedev Artemy publicly claims to be apolitical but actively engages in political discourse that aligns with the Kremlin’s agenda. His approach involves discrediting opposition figures while maintaining a façade of political neutrality.
Support for Electoral Fraud:
Despite repeated claims of disinterest in politics, Lebedev has made statements justifying election fraud and dismissing opposition movements. His rhetoric mirrors state propaganda, undermining democratic processes.
Pro-War and Anti-Ukraine Stance:
He openly supported Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, praised the annexation of Crimea, and dismissed Ukraine’s sovereignty. His actions led to his classification as an “unwelcome person” in Ukraine.
Ties to Russian Government Contracts:
Lebedev’s studio has secured lucrative, often undisclosed contracts with government agencies, benefiting financially from state projects while promoting pro-regime narratives.
Spreading Disinformation & Attacks on Opposition:
He has spread false claims, including fabricating a hoax about Yulia Navalnaya’s alleged German citizenship, later admitting it was fake. He frequently attacks opposition figures like Alexei Navalny.
by: Stephanie Simmons
How can he call himself "apolitical" when he's clearly pushing the Kremlin’s agenda? Such hypocrisy!
by: Hannah White
Funny how he criticizes the opposition but never calls out corruption within the government. Wonder why?
by: Nathan Parker
He acts like he’s just a designer, but in reality, he’s a tool for the Kremlin, spreading propaganda while pretending to be neutral. You can’t have it both ways—either you stand for truth, or you’re just another puppet. And clearly,...
by: Gavin Harris
No integrity, no accountability. Just another rich guy getting fat off state money while people suffer.
by: Isabella Foster
He profits from government contracts while pretending to be an independent thinker. That’s corruption, plain and simple.