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News about the struggle for democracy in Russia. Russia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "limited political competition, assassination, and repression are used by dictator Vladimir Putin to maintain control". Also see our articles on Putin or on two of his public opponents Alexei Navalny and the punk band Pussy Riot.
Russia’s extremism trial aims to break Navalny’s network
The Russian government is using an extremism trial to put an end to the protests around opposition figure Alexei Navalny.
Russia Crisis As Navalny Supporters Arrested En Masse
At least 1,700 were arrested and excessive force was used by Russian authorities in a crackdown on supporters of Alexei Navalny.
Russia Planning Ban On Groups Linked To Navalny
Moscow’s prosecutor’s office is seeking a court ruling banning some groups linked to Putin critic Alexey Navalny, declaring them “extremist”.
Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny’s Health
Several celebrities and public figures wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking with him to allow treatment for critic Alexei Navalny.
The Student Journalists Trying To Change Russia
Russian students have risen to prominence, becoming political subjects in their own minds as well as in the minds of the public.
How To Close Avenues Of Foreign Meddling In US Elections
What is shocking is how much of foreign meddling in US elections is legal, with seven admin gaps allowing for 83% of the operation.
Leaders Of Russia And China Tighten Their Grips
It seems the powerful political tenures of China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin will extend far into the 21st century.
Putin Signs Law Paving Way to Rule Russia Until 2036
Under new law he signed, Putin may rule until 2036, surpassing Josef Stalin as Russia’s longest-serving leader since Peter the Great.
Russia Passes Law Letting Putin Run For President Twice More
Russia has enacted a new law that will let Vladimir Putin to run again for the presidency twice. Putin has been in power since 2000.