Interpersonal trust is steadily rising in the Russian society.

Censorship in Russia is prohibited by the Constitution, however more than half of respondents consider it necessary.

Strong family, love for home country and culture are key traditional values in Russia.

Russians’ trust in information from social media and blogs keeps growing.

Russians are noticing advances in the five national goals, especially in economic growth.

Social optimism preceding New Year’s Eve hit its all-time high.

Business, sport, culture, and military service are the most effective social elevators in today’s Russia.

Two-thirds of Russians consider that the current constitution meets the needs of the country and its people. The share of those…