PHOTO CREDIT: Getty Images, NAKHODKA, RUSSIA – DECEMBER 28: Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin attends the opening ceremony of Transneft’s newly built oil-loading port of Kozmino December 28, 2009 near Nakhodka, Russia. Putin is on a two-day trip to the Russian Far East region of Primorsky Krai.

Russia’s Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has taken part in a musical program, which was sponsored by the Russian government to promote healthy life-style among teenagers. The PM attended the final of the contest “Battle for Respect: Start It Today” to personally award the winners. ~Russia Today

“Here are his thoughts on hip hop: “These youngsters who work in this art in our country – they bring unique Russian charm. Street rap may be a little bit rough, but it contains social meaning – raising social problems. Graffiti becomes a real elegant art. Break dance is something special. It is really a promotion of a healthy lifestyle. It’s hard to imagine break dance being combined with alcohol or drugs. When people perform with acrobatic elements, it really calls for respect.”

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