The circumstances in the big picture create the need to counterbalance institutions. Institutions grow more corrupt over time, just like the individual with power. Institutions are however much more difficult to replace and if you study history it ironically will teach you about individuals with power resetting institutions(mostly by replacing). In this way we evolve and begin a new cycle. <br><br>So Putin might be a good counter-force to corrupt institutions, how can you be sure and judge with such unique circumstances each individual brings? <br><br>For exemple, at the end of the day, Snowden found safe heaven to continue to spread a transparent msg under Putin?