A hostile foreign power used American social media platforms to deliberately target and suppress the vote of African Americans as part of a conspiracy.
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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.
Local Kremlin Candidate Wins in Closely-Watched Repeated Vote
Russians in far eastern region of Primorsky Krai elected a Kremlin-backed candidate for governor after previous election was thrown out due to voting fraud.
Russian Spy’s Guilty Plea Illustrates Danger Facing US Vote
Former top U.S. intelligence officials are warning about the Kremlin’s brazen desire and ability to interfere with the American political system.
Russia’s 2016 Election Meddling More Comprehensive Than Realized
Two new reports on Russia’s efforts to interfere in the 2016 U.S. presidential elections are shedding more light on the size and scope of the campaign.
Youth, Political Parties, and Elections in Georgia
National Endowment for Democracy scheduled an event on Youth, Political Parties, and Elections in Georgia which took place on December 11, 2018.
Putin Declares Intent to Control Rap Music in Russia
Alarmed by the growing popularity of rap among Russian youth, Putin wants cultural leaders to devise a means of controlling the popular music.
Where the Russian Election Manipulation Investigations Stand
Special counsel Robert Mueller is looking into whether the Trump campaign coordinated with Russia and whether the president obstructed the investigation.
Putin, Opposition Gather to Honor Prominent Rights Activist
Kremlin officials and Russia’s opposition gathered to pay tribute to Russia’s most prominent human rights activist, Lyudmila Alexeyeva, who died at age 91.
Putin Defends Jailing of 77-Year-old Activist
Putin on Tuesday defended jailing of 77 year old activist over calls to protest, stressing he wants to prevent events like France’s “yellow vest” revolt.
VIDEO: Experts Dissect Russia’s Domestic Political Landscape
Faced with the apparent paradox of Putin’s high level of support despite consistent decreasing quality of life, too many experts resort to clichés.