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That’s the referendum with 89% voter turnout where 97% voted to leave Ukraine?
Those are almost unbelievable numbers.
Do you find it hard to believe that a majority Russian & Russian-speaking people, with family and business ties in Russia, whose president they voted for had been couped, might prefer joining Russia over the far-right wing anti-Russian coup government of Ukraine?
Getting 89% of people to do anything with 97% of those agreeing is impressive.
Even with the least controversial opinions there will be 20-25% who typically disagree.
Being targeted by nazis tends to unify populations who do indeed have varied opinions on everything else. This isn't asking people what kind of beverage they prefer, it's about sovereignty and protection from fascist paramilitaries, and, post-coup, fascist state forces.