I want go studying to Norwegian university, but afraid what they think about Russian people. I’m not interested in politics, only want know what I must expect. Help me please 🙏

  • otp@sh.itjust.works
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    3 days ago

    It’s interesting. When speaking locally (at least in Canada and I’d wager the US as well), “not being interested in politics” is probably equally likely to mean:

    • I have unpopular political opinions
    • I don’t want to find out if you have unpopular political opinions

    But yeah, when speaking with those from other countries, I can definitely see it meaning "I support what my country is doing that’s in opposition to your country.

    I hadn’t realised how that differing context makes it so much more obviously one way.