He could have chosen safety — he chose truth. 
Alexei Navalny’s courage reminds us that freedom isn’t granted; it’s claimed through Good Trouble.
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💡 Little Known Fun Fact: Alexei Navalny Edition
In 2013, Navalny ran for mayor of Moscow despite relentless state media attacks and the real possibility of arrest. Against all odds, he won nearly 30 percent of the vote — a shocking result in a tightly controlled system. That campaign became a blueprint for grassroots activism in modern Russia.
He used humor, transparency, and digital tools to connect directly with citizens, broadcasting daily updates and inviting volunteers to help monitor polling stations. His movement turned cynicism into participation — and fear into community.
💡 Little Known Fun Fact: Navalny’s campaign office was so humble that volunteers often brought their own chairs and extension cords — “our democracy on a shoestring,” as he called it.
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