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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.
Russian Opposition Parnas Party Want Vladimir Putin Impeachment
Impeachment promised by Russian opposition Parnas Party if they are granted access to Parliament in elections
Russian Farmer Protest Rides to Moscow to Meet Putin
Demanding to meet Putin, the Russian farmer protest is led by parliamentary candidate for the Green Party
Russian Big Brother Law Draws Protest in Moscow
Politicians in Russia are facing heavy criticism from protesters who have taken to the streets recently to speak out against a new “anti- terrorism law” that was passed in parliament
Worried About Voting Machine Hackers
Our vulnerable digital voting technology new upgrades to thwart potential voting machine hackers
What the Russian DNC Hacking Means For Our Democracy
The repercussions of the Russian DNC hacking should reverberate into planning for future elections
The Russian Communist Party is Gaining Relevance Again
Nostalgic for good times under the Soviet Union, more are backing the once dominant Russian Communist Party
Russian National Anthem Parody to be Criminalized
Popularity of ironic Russian national anthem parody leads to Parliament proposal for a ban
Is an Edward Snowden Deal on the Horizon For Obama?
An Edward Snowden deal from Obama where he returns home is subject of discussion
A Moldova Whistleblower and the New Cold War
Moldova whistleblower Mihail Gofman exposed corruption in his country linked to global powers