💰 Russian censors scour the internet for claims Putin is a ‘bald dwarf’ or seriously ill, leaked documents show

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Russia has a secret unit tasked with scouring the internet for insults about President Vladimir Putin, including mentions of him being a "bald dwarf" and "thief", according to leaked documents. "They also look for references to him as "Little Zaches," a folklore dwarf he was depicted as in a popular Russian satirical show which was driven off-air after Putin became president, according to reports.  Putin has carefully managed his image as he has restricted civil liberties in Russia, presenting himself as a macho strongman in media stunts, and appearing in closely choreographed public events

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