Power Consolidation: Putin Declares Resounding Victory in Russian Election, Disparages US Democracy
People had been eagerly expecting the results of the presidential elections, in which Vladimir Putin emerged as the winner and was re-elected for his new term as president of Russia. His victory was overwhelming; he garnered over 87% of the…
Contrasting Currents: Putin’s Popularity Undeterred Despite Defiant Acts
Russia will hold the headlands of the upcoming presidential election. Although the polls show that most Russians will still vote for Putin, and he may be re-elected for presidentship for the fifth term, the mood in the country is rather…