Tense conversation between Stephen Colbert and Oliver Stone on Monday’s “The Late Show”
Russia articles on Democracy Chronicles
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.
No More Denial: Russian Spies Hacked Election Systems In 39 States
Thirty-seven states reported finding traces of the hackers in various systems according to reports
Russian Feminists Take on a Big Role in Protests
As tens of thousands of Russians took to the streets, Russian young women were front and center
VIDEOS: Russian Anti-Corruption Protests Witness Mass Arrests
Supporters of protest leader Alexei Navalny mark holiday with more than 200 rallies across the country
Oliver Stone Claims Putin May Have Used Him
Oliver Stone admitted his interview with Putin was used by the leader to send a message to the West
A Fresh Look at Russia’s Putin Opponent Navalny
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has started campaigning to run against Putin in elections
VIDEO: Thousands in Moscow Protest Plan to Raze Their Homes
Muscovites are taking to the streets to protest a plan that would push them out of their homes
Why is Putin Foe Navalny Rallying the Masses With Ducks?
Navalny used rubber ducks to explain to his followers why they ought to attend the anti-corruption march
Belarus Should Block Extradition of Murad Amriev to Chechnya
Belarus should recognize that Chechnya’s request to extradite Amriev is based on wholly bogus charges
Did Russia Interfere in the 2016 Elections? No Doubt, Comey Says
Russians interfered in the 2016 presidential election. And really, few disagree on that point.