Perhaps our behavior is perceived by many as defiant and obnoxious. This is not the case.
We are in desperate circumstances, in which indifference is difficult to maintain.
We are happy to hear of those who support us in this process, however the harshness and rudeness of our opponents are still puzzling. Anyway, we would like to thank the understanding and merciful people who urge both sides to engage in a dialogue and not in mutual scolding.
We emphasize that we advocate for non-violence and hold a grudge against no one; our laughter is, in a sense, laughter through the tears, and our sarcasm is a reaction to the lawlessness.
We ask our defenders, as well as the people who accuse us: be tactful, however painful and difficult it may be.

E. Samutsevich  
N. Tolokonnikova
M. Alekhina