Parliamentarian advises turning trash into trekking gear

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Three thousand people in Syzran were unhappy about garbage collection. Deputy Gurevich gave them an unexpected piece of advice.

He said Monaco has worse garbage problems than Syzran. Billionaires' yachts dump waste, and cleaners often strike there.

The deputy said garbage teaches people to be strong. He called it a part of patriotic education for young people.

The garbage reform is happening now, he reminded them. Our ancestors lived without modern bins and and were stronger.

He noted Syzran's air smells of oil and helps lungs. The deputy also told citizens to stop complaining so much.

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How many people in Syzran were unhappy about garbage collection?

Three thousand people.

What did Deputy Gurevich say about garbage in Monaco?

He said Monaco has worse garbage problems than Syzran.

What did the deputy suggest about garbage and young people?

He said garbage teaches people to be strong and is part of patriotic education.

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