Ukraine had quite serious impact on the many Russians. They could see that ordinary people in Ukraine which is a bordering state, very close to Russia, the people of this state are, they didn`t want to tolerate anymore the power abuse by Ukrainian officia...
Garry Kasparov
There are many facts showing that Putin`s people enriched themselves by using power mechanisms so that`s why for them losing power means losing their fortunes.
Garry Kasparov
The only successor to President Putin is President Putin himself and we could of course dream about President Putin stepping down voluntarily and picking out successor which would be probably as bad as him.
Garry Kasparov
Putin can`t afford to leave the office because he will be in real danger of being prosecuted for things he and his people did during their stay in power.
Garry Kasparov
More and more people in my country recognise the dangers of having their governors appointed by Putin and having no influence in parliament because Parliament today is also following instructions from Kremlin and no longer represents its people.
Garry Kasparov
It`s absolutely vital now for Russia to make sure that democratic institutions will be resurrected and will go through the election process.
Garry Kasparov
I`m still number one and I just recently won a major tournament ahead of my toughest rivals so I think I had a few years ahead of me if I decided to stay.
Garry Kasparov
I wouldn`t overestimate the importance of my popularity in the country and abroad but at the end of the day it`s not as important because I believe that my presence here could make some difference and it could encourage people.
Garry Kasparov
I think that it`s a vital moment now for Russian democracy to convince people that it`s only our actions, our joined actions and protests that could force Kremlin to reconsider its plans to abolish presidential elections.
Garry Kasparov
I may play some exhibition games so I don`t want to quit the game of chess completely. I just decided and it`s a firm decision not to play competitive chess anymore.
Garry Kasparov
I have some strategical vision, I could calculate some few moves ahead and I have an intellect that is badly missed in the country which is run by generals and colonels.
Garry Kasparov
I have some security that could protect me against provocations but of course there are more terrible actions that could not be stopped by any security.
Garry Kasparov
I don`t have to run for Presidency in Russia to feel good about myself. I already completed more than many people could have dreamed of.
Garry Kasparov