Sting, "Russians" (1985)

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I remember the world and the Cold War atmosphere when this song first came out and how profound these lyrics were back then.
It’s still a powerful song, indicative of its time, and in many ways even more relevant—but now it seems just a bit naive. Do the Russians "love their children (too)" ?
For that matter, do the Americans ? 😳

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uncalled4 · 56-60, M

"There is no monopoly of common sense on either side of the political fence."

Don't we know it, Stingo, don't we know it.

bijouxbroussard · F

@uncalled4 "We share the same biology—regardless of ideology…"

It should really be that simple. 😞

uncalled4 · 56-60, M

@bijouxbroussard I always liked that line. People accuse him of being didactic and condescending, but he's spot on here.