'Democratic superhero': Russian journalist reveals letter Alexei Navalny sent days before death

Mikhail Zygar, founding editor of the exiled independent Russian media outlet TV Rain, joins Chris Hayes in the wake of the death of Alexei Navalny. 


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[RAWGRIP]

Remember him.
Remember his works.
Never give

[Da_beanie]

He came back to his people that followed and supported him knowing he would die. A true leader rather than living comfortably in Germany. RIP

[sandrastjohn-qrtc]

I had hoped this moment would never come

[candykane]

“for when I am killed” He knew his fate ….brave.

[Butterfly-zspc]

Alexei Navalny is a HERO and will LIVE FOREVER ! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹❤🌎
Alexei Navalny: "NOT TO GIVE UP" ! NEVER GIVE UP !

[ckn]

You represented your country well Navalny. RIP Sir!

[lillyfitzgerald]

I agree 'no'. I am gutted about Navalny's physical passing, about how he suffered. But, I know energertically, his spirit lives on through his legacy. Nothing is random; niether is his death. I am more than enraged by the fact that Russians have allowed this. Putin is weak; a sad excuse for a human being; his is a little man. I feel so much for Navalny's family and i will continue sending them love. But Navalny's death can and must instill hope for Russians to trasnmute their historically violent, corrupt past and begin living by a very different paradigm and Navalny - this one man who galvanized support across Russia, across the world - was instrumental in this process. You cannot let him down and you must never give up.

[loredanawilkerson]

Heartbreakingly sad. So sorry for his family and friends' loss... and the world's as well. :(

[PaulTullett-eh]

Dear Alexei, we are devastated in Australia to hear about your "sudden death syndrome" ❤
We can't even comprehend what you have been through
Thank You for your ultimate sacrifice ❤ R I P
❤💕💜🧡💕❤💜💕❤🧡💕❤

[Elated_Llama]

This is a man whose last words no doubt would have been: I only regret, that I have but one life to lose for my country

[i_love_rescue_animals]

I had just watched the documentary on Navalny a few days ago! I'm heartbroken. He was SO charismatic, smart and seemingly fearless. If I were a Russian, I would be COMPLETELY devastated. Putin just flat out murders any of his opponents. I'm so sorry for Alexei's wife, daughter and the rest of his family. Edited to add: I'm also so sorry for the people and future of Russia! 💔

[bonitabonita]

I can’t stop crying
I have never met Alexei
But my heart is aching 😭
This is the reality of this horrible world
So sorry!
Прости нас 😭

[williamyoung]

I don't know of a braver person who willing walks into the lion's den, knowing what awaited him. Navalny is a true martyr. 😢

[scarlettuwu]

May he rest in power, A hero for all time.

When there was nothing left to do but to sacrifice his own body in the pursuit of democracy, facing that possibility of death everyday, yet remaining a cheerful symbol of hope, he absolutely gave everything to bring change to Russia… and he has planted the seed to change it.

[nyxcin]

Surely Mr. Navalny knew this would be his eventual fate when he returned to Russia. May he rest in peace.

[hig]

Вечная память... Прости нас, и покойся с миром, Алексей. Ты настоящий патриот и герой России❤

[gingermckee]

This is an amazing interview. Well done, and God rest your beautiful soul, Alexei 🕊️

[vvevv]

Just finished watching the CNN doc on HBO and I was sobbing by the end.

[ts]

I don't know if this mans wife will ever read this but I offer my sincere condolences for the loss of your husband! Democracy has lost a strong defender and that is a crime against us all! I again say how sorry I am for your loss but I'm sure you are comforted by knowing what kind of honorable man you married! Take care Mrs. Navalny!!

[wandaalabarces]

Navalny was everything Putin and Trump aren’t. Handsome, polished, well educated, intelligent and beloved by his family, friends, and supporters. He will be remembered as a hero, martyr who gave his life to be a moral example for Russian society and the world 🌍.