Russia Reverts to Agriculture

Viktor Chermenov, Russia's Minister of Agriculture, announced that he would be taking over as the new Czar of Russia, and that farming was the new industry for the 21st Century.

"What have we gained from all of this technology," asked Chermenov at a press conference. "Some smelly cars that are not even fun to drive, computers that can't handle going from December 31 to January 1, and jobs where we sit around and fill out forms all day. I say, 'Farm living is the life for me! Just keep Manhattan and give me that countryside!'"

To aid in the transition back to a farming economy, Russia is in negotiations with neighboring countries to trade nuclear weaponry for oxen and plows.