American Expats Flock to Russia: MAGA Voters Seek Nostalgia and Stability

[Social Media]

 

A growing number of MAGA voters are uprooting their lives and relocating to Russia, citing nostalgia for a bygone era, admiration for traditional values, and disillusionment with the state of affairs in the United States. Drawn to Russia's perceived resemblance to 1950s America, conservative expats praise the country's Christianity, scenic landscapes, and attractive populace, with some even expressing support for autocratic leader Vladimir Putin.

 

 

Despite geopolitical tensions and warnings from the U.S. government, these expatriates find solace in their new surroundings, viewing Russia as a bastion of stability and spirituality. Amidst political upheaval and societal discord in the United States, a surprising trend is emerging: MAGA voters are trading the American Dream for a new life in Russia. Motivated by a yearning for a simpler, more traditional way of life, and disillusioned with the current state of affairs in their homeland, these expatriates are finding solace in the former communist state. Praising Russia's Christian values, picturesque landscapes, and abundance of beautiful women, they paint a portrait of a nation reminiscent of a bygone era.

 

 

One such individual, Peter Frohwein, 62, relocated from Atlanta to Yalta in Crimea, captivated by the allure of Russia's cultural landscape. Embracing the prospect of starting a family in his new surroundings, Frohwein lauds Russia's multilingual environment and views it as a sanctuary from the political and social turmoil plaguing the United States. Similarly, Bernd Ratsch, 56, traded Texas for Moscow in pursuit of a quieter, more stable existence, echoing sentiments of disenchantment with U.S. politics and leadership.

 

 

For Joseph Rose, 49, and his family, Russia represents a beacon of hope and spiritual revival. Documenting their journey on YouTube, they celebrate Russia's burgeoning Christian identity and contrast it with what they perceive as a decline of religious values in America. Rose views his relocation as a divine calling, guided by faith and a desire to escape the moral decay of contemporary American society.

 

 

However, not all transitions have been seamless. The Feenstra family, originally from Canada, encountered obstacles upon their move to Russia, with financial complications and cultural misunderstandings dampening their initial optimism. Despite challenges, their decision to seek refuge from what they perceive as the encroachment of liberal ideology underscores a broader trend among conservative expatriates.

 

Against the backdrop of deteriorating U.S.-Russia relations, the influx of American expats raises questions about the geopolitical ramifications of such migrations. As tensions escalate and incidents like the arrest of American journalist Evan Gershkovich on espionage charges strain diplomatic ties, the divide between the two nations deepens. Yet, for MAGA voters seeking sanctuary in Russia, the allure of nostalgia and stability outweighs the risks, prompting a reevaluation of traditional notions of home and belonging.

 

2024-05-11

 

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[nattaya09]

Any numbers associated with these "flocks". 

[Chomper Higgot]

Addition by subtraction.

[Cory1848]

I wish them luck. It’s a beautiful country, and Russians are wonderful people. But I believe that many will become disillusioned with life in a dictatorship, with their freedom of speech curtailed. And to think there’s anything genuinely “spiritual” about Putin and his corrupt oligarchy of billionaires is lunacy.

[neeray]

With the "flocks" seemingly being primarily MAGAs, they probably think their early settlement in Russia will position them advantageously in the forefront when Brother Trump becomes president again and embraces all things Brother Putin proposes (or orders Brother Trump to do). "We'll see, we'll see how it goes" (DJT).

[Skipalongcassidy]

1 hour ago, nattaya09 said:

Any numbers associated with these "flocks". 

Six... if you count the children... hardly a flock... the flocks are deserting blue cities and states

[Tug]

Darwin at work 

[Jingthing]

1 hour ago, nattaya09 said:

Any numbers associated with these "flocks". 

According to the American Expat (traitor) dude, it's 5000 people. In other words, almost nothing. Compare to the millions of decent Russians such as Sanctioned Ivan who have fled fascist dictator Putin.

 

 

[Jingthing]

If they wanted something more traditional, they could have moved to a place like Paraguay. Instread they make themselves propaganda tools for genocidal fascist dictator Putin. 

[SAFETY FIRST]

2 hours ago, Social Media said:

growing number of MAGA voters are uprooting their lives and relocating to Russia

I'd say most of them having mental health issues. 

 

[Skipalongcassidy]

10 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

If they wanted something more traditional, they could have moved to a place like Paraguay. Instread they make themselves propaganda tools for genocidal fascist dictator Putin. 

I doubt that you have ever been there... I have and it is a dump... Political unrest, corruption and chronic economic problems have plagued its fragile democracy since it emerged from the 35-year dictatorship of the Alfredo Stroessner in 1989.

[Jingthing]

3 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

I doubt that you have ever been there... I have and it is a dump... Political unrest, corruption and chronic economic problems have plagued its fragile democracy since it emerged from the 35-year dictatorship of the Alfredo Stroessner in 1989.

Just an example, dude.

 

The point is that maga fascist Americans moving to Z Putin fascist Russia now is a political statement unlike moving ANYWHERE else now except maybe North Korea. 

Edited May 10 by Jingthing

[Jingthing]

14 minutes ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

I'd say most of them having mental health issues. 

 

It seems pretty much most of them have youtube channels. It makes that tiny 5000 number admitted by American Expat to look to be much bigger. Of course there are more normal reasons to move to Russia. Fascination with the culture / language / history, married to a Russian, low cost college education.

[Skipalongcassidy]

12 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

Just an example, dude.

 

The point is that maga fascist Americans moving to Z Putin fascist Russia now is a political statement unlike moving ANYWHERE else now except maybe North Korea. 

Why are Americans fleeing the West Coast for this deep red state? Freedom and friendliness

[Jingthing]

Just now, Skipalongcassidy said:

Why are Americans fleeing the West Coast for this deep red state? Freedom and friendliness

Lower taxes and lower housing costs.

If you're suggesting that's equivalent to moving to Russia and making videos glorifying fascist dictator Putin you're tripping big time.

[pomchop]

Please do get on the maga bandwagon every single one of the dictator loving maga cult members....perhaps they can fly on trump air and wear their golden sneakers and wave their trump bibles around...yeah thats the ticket.  Quick sign up now as seats are going fast and putin needs some more fodder to feed his war machine.

[Skipalongcassidy]

2 minutes ago, pomchop said:

Please do get on the maga bandwagon every single one of the dictator loving maga cult members....perhaps they can fly on trump air and wear their golden sneakers and wave their trump bibles around...yeah thats the ticket.  Quick sign up now as seats are going fast and putin needs some more fodder to feed his war machine.

As expats for whatever reason is why they moved... why are they not free to choose where?  You did... 

[Jingthing]

5 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

As expats for whatever reason is why they moved... why are they not free to choose where?  You did... 

I agree. They are free to move anywhere that allows them to land. 

But to me they are like fascist Americans who moved to Nazi Germany to make pro Hitler propaganda.

To add, most of them are explicitly anti LGBT. I noted on one of the Expat American propaganda videos it was said, we're OK with gay people being persecuted. To me, they are total scum. 

Edited May 10 by Jingthing

[Jingthing]

11 minutes ago, pomchop said:

Please do get on the maga bandwagon every single one of the dictator loving maga cult members....perhaps they can fly on trump air and wear their golden sneakers and wave their trump bibles around...yeah thats the ticket.  Quick sign up now as seats are going fast and putin needs some more fodder to feed his war machine.

It's called self deportation. Magas and Putin's Russia -- a match made in hell.

Of course most expats in general from the west are NOT moving for political reasons.

But these maga fascists ARE. 

Edited May 10 by Jingthing

[Skeptic7]

Misguided morons. Buh-bye bitches❗👋 

Thinking Russia is in any way superior to the USA..."you got another thing comin'". Of course we already know they are misguided morons before even relocating to Russia, just by being MAGA cultists. 

Edited May 10 by Skeptic7

[Skipalongcassidy]

6 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

 To me, they are total scum. 

So your solution is...???  You have nothing.

[Skipalongcassidy]

4 minutes ago, Skeptic7 said:

 "you got another thing comin"  

That would be one more than you...  PS... It is "another think coming"

[mogandave]

1 hour ago, Jingthing said:

If they wanted something more traditional, they could have moved to a place like Paraguay. Instread they make themselves propaganda tools for genocidal fascist dictator Putin. 

Didn’t Bernie Sanders honeymoon in Russia?

 

The left used to love them some Putin before Trump beat Hillary and they needed someone to blame.

[Presnock]

2 minutes ago, mogandave said:

Didn’t Bernie Sanders honeymoon in Russia?

 

The left used to love them some Putin before Trump beat Hillary and they needed someone to blame.

Trump 's only win was because so many Democrats voted against Hillary Clinton!!!  She should have been locked up!

[Jingthing]

4 minutes ago, mogandave said:

Didn’t Bernie Sanders honeymoon in Russia?

 

The left used to love them some Putin before Trump beat Hillary and they needed someone to blame.

No.

It was the USSR.

 

[Jingthing]

22 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

So your solution is...???  You have nothing.

My solution is that if maga fascists want to move to Z Putin fascist Russia and make propaganda then they can do what they want if Russia allows, but we should be ready to call them out. 

Edited May 11 by Jingthing

[soalbundy]

2 hours ago, nattaya09 said:

Any numbers associated with these "flocks". 

666

[Jingthing]

The Canadian family (Countryside Acres and Countryside Corner) actually have valid self interest economics reasons to move to Russia to start a farm. 

But they are not like regular Russians. They're bringing in a large fortune to buy that large farm, something normal Russians could never do. With their money they can buy much more land and have a much bigger operation and have a much better chance to get rich. I respect that motivation and I respect them as farmers.

But they could have done the same thing in many other countries that are NOT RUSSIA!

But alas their agenda is explicitly political, pro Putin, anti Canada, anti western, anti LGBT, pro Russia in war against Ukraine -- so there is nothing to respect in that.

Edited May 11 by Jingthing

[soalbundy]

How are they going to manage with the language, most can barely speak English American, let alone Russian.

[Jingthing]

4 minutes ago, soalbundy said:

How are they going to manage with the language, most can barely speak English American, let alone Russian.

Good question. 
They need to eventually pass a basic Russian language test.

Russian is very hard. 

Though I reckon in cases where there is a big propaganda win for Putin, the rules might be different.