A month since the war started: scattered thoughts and observations

I continue to stay perplexed about the level of support for the war in Russia. I’m not in Russia, haven’t been for almost nine years but have friends and relatives and the anecdotal evidence points to this conclusion: most Russians support the war. Of course, I understand there is propaganda but I am still surprised about the degree of this support. Majority. Many of my own relatives and friends are in the pro-war camp. Some are vocal, some prefer not to debate but their position is clear.