Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin (born 7 October 1952) is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who has served as President of Russia since 2012, previously holding the position from 1999 until 2008. He was also the Prime Minister of Russia from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012.
Different Views of Biden’s State of the Union Address
To the Editor: Re “Russia Batters Key Cities in Wider Attack; Biden Seeks to Rally World Against Putin” (front page, March 2): President Biden’s State of the Union address was just what the country and the world needed to hear.
A profoundly beautiful tribute to the Ukrainian people. A message of support for them and a defiant stance against Vladimir Putin.
Strong words declaring our role as a leader of the world in the fight against tyranny. The waving of blue and yellow flags. Yes, it made me so proud.
And then, Mr. Biden spoke to the soul of the nation. To those recovering from Covid, and to those who have the empty chair at the dining table.
