I liked this part of the article at the end:<p><i>“ The defence of Stalinism consists often in proclaiming that the ugly misdeeds and crimes of Stalinism are the fault of Stalin, Beriya, Mekhlis, Kolman, and the hord of their minor clones and replicas, while in fact Stalinism was created by millions. Stalinism in science was mainly raised by scientists themselves. It is indecent to pretend that Luzin's students safeguarded their teacher and science from Stalinism. Luzin was a victim of social ostracism and lived with the brand and stigma of an adversary with a Soviet mask during fourteen years up to his death. He became an exemplary outcast for Stalinism—an adversary at large. Luzin's colleagues and students lowered and neglected him, which culminated in slapping in his face and spitting on his tomb. Luzin has passed away but the false accusations in sabotage and obsequiousness are still effective.”</i><p>Very well said. People put the blame of Stalinism on Stalin and some other powerful figures. But it takes millions to create such movements
Related:<p><i>The Tragedy of Mathematics In Russia</i> - <a href="https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=7216564">https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=7216564</a> - Feb 2014 (45 comments)
If you are into this topic, I recommend "Love and Math" by Edward Frenkel, where he describes his struggles to start an academic career as a jewish mathematician in russia.