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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 16, 2024 Contact Debbie Mucarsel-Powell Statement on the Death of Alexei Navalny Miami, FL – Today, Russia’s Federal Penitentiary Service announced the death of Alexei Navalny, Russia’s opposition leader. In response, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell released the following statement. “I offer my deepest condolences to Alexei Navalny’s family and loved ones,” said Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. “This is a tremendous loss for the Russian people, who continue to fight for freedom from Putin’s oppressive regime. Alexei Navalny stood as one of the strongest voices for freedom and democracy in the face of a brutal dictator. We must honor his legacy by standing up to authoritarians like Putin in Latin America and all over the world – and that means supporting Ukraine and our democratic allies in their fight to protect democracy.” |
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