Vologda’s Governor Told the Public Not to Panic Over Fuel Shortages. Then His Car Ran Out of Gas. - The Moscow Times
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The governor of the northwestern Vologda region said Monday evening that he ran out of gasoline while driving and had to hitch a ride with traffic police, just an hour after he urged residents not to give in to panic and hoard fuel amid a nationwide supply crisis.

The governor of the northwestern Vologda region said Monday evening that he ran out of gasoline while driving and had to hitch a ride with traffic police, just an hour after he urged residents not to give in to panic and hoard fuel amid a nationwide supply crisis.

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    • espentan@lemmy.world
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      6 days ago

      The Russian/Soviet government has more than a hundred years of experience serving implausible lies to its’ citizens and the world beyond. The ability to serve up absolute bullshit with a straight face is almost a little impressive.