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1996 Classic: The Russian Election (Yeltsin vs. Zyuganov)

How did Boris Yeltsin win the election after starting with a 3% approval rating? He proved that doing the “Twist” on stage with teenagers is more convincing than a return to Communism—especially when you own every TV station in the country.

Part of the 31 Politicians Jokes: The 1996 “Macarena & Modems” Edition archive. Historically Verified

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⏳ Time Capsule: This is how we rolled in the first two decades of the internet

@ICQ_Master9912/09/1998 15:49Uh-oh! Adding this to my status message right now.
@Encarta_Explorer05/30/2007 12:15I looked up "funny" and it showed me this page.
@USB_Pioneer05/28/1995 20:48Plug and Play laughter!
@SoulSeek_Fan01/06/2007 07:27Rare humor found in the deep web.
@Liger_Owner_X03/04/2011 15:24It’s pretty much my favorite joke. It’s a Liger!
@Zoolander_Mug01/26/2013 13:52I’m a merman! A merman laughing!
@PopUp_Blocker_X12/24/1997 03:47I blocked the ads, but let the jokes in.
@Charlie_Unicorn08/18/2004 11:01We’re going to Candy Mountain... to laugh!

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