Young Russians: a sketch to a portrait

The article defines the social and demographic data of Russian youth as a socialization and self-fulfillment subject. Based on inquiry analysis the author considers the peculiarities of political orientation and ambition of young people. The article is even more relevant after the elections for the State Duma on December 4, 2011, when the new ideas which had formed in the community influenced mass consciousness and mass behavior, especially among young people.