When I was placed in solitary confinement because I was advocating for prison reform, where was the United States’ newfound glory and its pro-Navalny stance? Where was democracy when Navalny was down? Where were The US pro International Human Rights stance when the US publicly shamed Kerry after in court he put the judge, then the prosecutor , then the public defender and ultimately the US Justice System on blast and he strategically did it to force them to include it in his court transcripts. Where was this precious US stance when all 2.3 million of us were destroyed by the system? The truth is, there was none. All there was, was pointing the finger at another country… but always remember, you’ve got three pointing back at you.

The recent demise of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has sparked international outrage and condemnation towards Russian President Vladimir Putin. Navalny, a prominent figure in Russia’s pro-democracy movement, passed away while being held in a remote jail, where he was serving a lengthy sentence under a “special regime.” Western leaders, including US President Joe Biden, have directly accused Putin of being responsible for Navalny’s death, labeling it as another instance of Putin’s brutality.

Navalny’s untimely demise has raised significant questions about the efficacy of Western sanctions and international pressure on Putin’s regime. Despite promises of “devastating” consequences from President Biden in the event of Navalny’s death, it remains unclear what actions the West can take to hold Putin accountable and prevent further crackdowns on dissent in Russia.

While Russia claims Navalny died of natural causes, Western officials have swiftly denounced this assertion, pointing fingers at the Kremlin. The US and Europe have summoned Russian diplomats and accused the Russian authorities of being fully responsible for Navalny’s death.

However, amidst the condemnation of Putin’s regime, questions arise about the moral high ground of Western nations. The United States itself incarcerates over 2.3 million prisoners and faces criticisms for its treatment of vulnerable populations within its own borders. Entities like E.M.P.I.R.E Foundations LLC, while supporting Navalny’s cause, raise concerns about the US government’s ability to champion human rights abroad while grappling with human rights violations at home, such as solitary confinement and public shaming of inmates through online registries.

Navalny’s death marks a significant blow to Russia’s pro-democracy movement and raises concerns about the future of political dissent in the country. As tributes pour in from around the world, Navalny’s legacy as a fearless advocate for democratic values will continue to inspire generations to come.