But he has been criticized for silencing all forms of dissent .

但也因为压制异议而一直受到批评。

Mr putin has kept control by unleashing a virulent brand of anti-western " patriotism " - the latest textbooks are as tough on america as they are soft on stalin-and thuggishly silencing the opposition .

普京通过恶意散布反对西方“爱国主义”的口号，已经掌控了局势，并且残暴地压制了反对的声音（最新的教科书对美国的抵制很厉害，对斯大林的偏袒也很强烈）。

To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent , know that you are on the wrong side of history ; but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist .

对于那些通过腐败、欺骗以及压制不同意见而摄取权力之人，我们提醒你们：你们是在逆历史潮流而动，但是，只要你们愿意松开拳头，我们就会伸出援助之手。