In a compelling prison letter doubling as a political manifesto, Alexei Navalny, a leading voice in Russia’s opposition, offers profound insights into his perspective on judges, Putin, and the complex challenges his nation confronts. Despite conviction and the specter of “extremism” charges, Navalny’s revelations illuminate the intricacies of Russia’s political landscape. He boldly condemns those who wasted opportunities in the 1990s and questions the motives of supposed reformers driven by self-interest. Rejecting external scapegoating, Navalny meticulously dissects internal factors shaping Russia’s state and ardently champions the concept of internal accountability.