Vladimir Voinovich quotes:

Sometimes there are historical moments when a country's course could be turned one way or the other, when fate can be escaped.

When you deny something your power is much more conspicuous than when you approve it.

Only 3 to 5 percent of people are aware of being a part of history; the overwhelming majority think things will always be the way they are.

A meeting is an occasion when people gather together, some to say what they do not think, and others not to say what they really do.

A real dictator usually isn't interested in money or women, just pure power.