Putin spoke at the second stage of the United Russia congress. The main thing

On August 22, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the second stage of the XXIII Congress of the United Russia Party (EP). The Head of State touched upon the topics of the upcoming elections, the special military operation, the party's people's program, support for its participants and the development of the country. The main statements of the president are in the material of Izvestia.

Congratulations on the National Flag Day

Putin congratulated the participants of the congress and all citizens of the country on the Day of the National Flag of Russia. According to him, the flag, along with the coat of arms and the anthem, is the main national symbol.

"It embodies our continuous, great history, our pride in the Fatherland and responsibility for its fate, common victories and inspiring achievements, and the unity of the multinational people of Russia," the president said.

The Head of State noted that Russian servicemen are going on the offensive with the flag and raising it over the liberated cities, towns and captured borders.

"We are one people, and we will fight together for the flag, for our Motherland, and to defend its interests," Putin stressed.

Elections to the State Duma

The President expressed confidence that the upcoming elections will demonstrate the stability of the Russian state and the maturity of the political system.

"I am confident that the upcoming elections will confirm the stability of the state, the maturity of our political system, its ability to withstand any external threats, blackmail and aggression, and will become an expression of the common will of millions of people, their desire to ensure Russia's sovereignty and security," Putin said.

He stressed that the people are the source of power, and the right of citizens to choose their representatives independently remains inviolable.

"Even in the most difficult conditions, we will not deviate from the principles of democracy," the head of state said.

Putin added that elections at various levels will be held throughout the country, from the Far East to Novorossiya and Donbas. According to him, military personnel on the line of combat contact are also taking part in the voting.

"This choice, the trust of the people who are fighting and working for Russia today, should certainly be cherished," the president noted.

He noted that the deputies who will be elected to the State Duma in September should be ready to defend the interests of the country, serve the people and work for the people.

About election promises

The President drew attention to the fact that during the election campaign, promises may be made to immediately solve all existing problems, but they do not always have specific mechanisms and necessary resources behind them.

"These words are not always based on clear priorities and mechanisms for solving specific tasks, managerial experience, calculation of resources and a plan for further actions, and their own human resources. United Russia has it all," Putin is confident.

According to him, the party does not make empty declarative promises and thanks to this it has become the leading political force in the country. Putin said that the EP's national program was prepared in dialogue with citizens based on their proposals and initiatives.

"Its key criteria are objectivity, realism, and honesty, which means that United Russia is responsible for every line, every word in its program, and for the practical achievement of its goals," the president stressed.

The Head of State noted that the final assessment of the program document will be given by the voters.

Terrorist attacks of Kiev on the territory of Russia

Putin said that as the situation worsens for the Ukrainian Armed Forces at the front, Kiev is launching increasingly violent attacks.

"A special military operation is underway, and the more difficult the situation at the front is for the enemy, the more brutal and barbaric the attacks are committed by the Kiev regime. This shows the whole neo—Nazi, Bandera, Russophobic essence of the force we are fighting," the president said.

According to him, much now depends on the cohesion of society, the courage of Russian servicemen and the work of every citizen in his place.

"I am sure our soldiers will not let us down, the whole of Russia is with them now," Putin stressed.

The President thanked military personnel, employees of enterprises, agriculture, scientists, entrepreneurs, engineers, volunteers and volunteers for supporting the country.

Putin noted that Russia still faces many challenges, and a political force claiming leadership must prove its worth with real deeds.

"Who can reliably protect the interests of the country and people, lead, and be a leader? I am convinced that only the political force that is always with its people and together with people has gone through the most difficult trials, proved its independence, viability, and proved it with real deeds. I repeat what I said at the previous stage of the congress: it is the duty of the party, the duty of United Russia, to do everything to win," the head of state said.

The tasks of the National EP program

The President stated that the EP people's program provides systematic responses to the demands of Russian society and should contribute to achieving national development goals.

Among such areas, he named support for families with children, the development of a strong economy, the achievement of technological leadership, the protection of traditional values and historical memory, the development of regions and improving the quality of life in cities and rural areas.

Putin stressed that the United Russia people's program should remain a constantly updated document and be supplemented with new tasks as it achieves previously set goals.

According to him, the Russian Federation, despite the existing difficulties, continues to develop and implement large-scale projects in the field of public administration, defense, economy and social policy.

"All the new opportunities that we are creating together should strengthen Russia's sovereignty and security and its position in the world, should serve people and work for the well—being and well-being of Russian families," the president said.

Support for United Russia in the elections

Putin said that for many years he had counted on the support of United Russia and continued to rely on it.

"Today, at the most important pre—election congress, I would like to support you and wish you success in the elections," the head of state said.

He expressed confidence that Russia's joint efforts will be able to implement the planned plans.

"Together we will definitely implement all our plans, we will only go forward and serve Russia. Victory will be ours!" concluded Putin.

Happy birthday greetings

At the end of his speech, Putin congratulated Sergey Menyailo, the head of North Ossetia, and Yevgeny Poddubny, a war correspondent, Hero of Russia and leader of the EP federal electoral list, on his birthday. The first turned 66 on Saturday, the second 43.