Tuesday, July 20, 2010

The USSR Anthem: A Study in Motivation

Nothing helps one command absolute power like a great national anthem. After all, what are your parades going to march to? Salute this tableau of Soviet power:



This video does wonders for the national soul by evoking an idyllic feudal past. It's a clever twist on history, since Russian farmers have been chaff to the ruler's sickle for centuries.  We also enjoy vistas of Moscow, massive parades, inspiring scenes of dead visionaries, and peasants smiling nervously in front of the camera. I was so moved after I watched it that I imprisoned seven mediocre Olympians.

Some key lyrics include "An unbreakable Union of free republics" and "Soviet flag, free flag, Let it lead from victory to victory!" A little comedic hyperbole on your part will always motivate the masses. Make sure to have your police informants watch for anyone not singing con brio at your rallies. The rest of the lyrics can be found here.

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