Do you trust the Saakashvili administration to deal with Russia?

“Unfortunately, I don’t. They’ve had many chances but squandered them. They scold them like children quarreling in the yard—I don’t think they’ll be able to manage anything.”
Laura, pensioner, 73

“There are many ways for political agreements, but Saakashvili hates Russia so much, that he loses sense when speaking about Russian politicians. Our officials should be more careful and more polite.”
Nino, student, 23

“I think there is still a chance. They must find ways. They are obliged to do so, for the Georgian people.”
Nana, doctor, 39

“I think all the chances they had are lost now. I don’t expect anything.”
Maiko, housewife, 44

“Yes, of course. I trust them and hope that they’ll manage to deal with Russia despite such a strained situation.”
Zura, student, 21

“I trust them but can’t say what will happen and what their next step towards Russia will be. Let’s wait.”
Gaga, banker, 27

“I don’t see any sign that they can deal with Russia. It’s bad for our country—Russia doesn’t care, they can begin a war if they want.”
Lana, teacher, 41

“No. Russia doesn’t take Tbilisi’s statements seriously and doesn’t pay attention to international organizations’ opinion. Russian politicians always make rude statements and it is not difficult to guess what they want.”
Keti, economist, 26

“I’m sorry but I don’t believe that Georgia can deal with Russia. There were many mistakes made by the Georgian government towards Russia, although Russia has made more and they don’t stop…nobody knows how this will finish.”
Temuri, lawyer, 25