Editorial: The New York Times

• Thousands of people have emigrated from Russia and the USSR since the early 20th century due to autocratic powers.
• President Putin has created another wave of people fleeing Russia.
• Most Russian immigrants have quickly integrated into the general population of the United States.
• Attitudes towards Russia among emigrants range from love of the culture to contempt for the misrule and corruption.
• Russia's invasion of Ukraine has prompted feelings of shame among Russian emigrants.
• In spite of Putin's desire to restore greatness to Russia, his violence has notably tainted the country's image.

Conclusion: Putin's attempt to recapture Russian greatness has done more harm than good, leaving many Russians and Russophiles in a situation of painful soul-searching.

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