Tag Archives: local_elections

Between a cucumber and a hard place

Posted on July 19, 2012 by

As the so-called „cucumber season”, or summer political recess is looming upon us, it is appropriate to do a quick recap on where exactly the political situation in Russia is standing for the moment. I quite agree with Brian Whitmore … Continue reading →

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Marsh of millions*

Posted on June 12, 2012 by

I’ve been neglecting the different forms of opposition activity on this blog for quite a while; therefore the second March of Millions on 12 June seems to be a fine excuse to come back on this important topic. The essential … Continue reading →

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Pros and cons

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

Vladimir Putin delivered his last big speech as PM in front of Duma deputies yesterday, and it did not go smoothly. Not only did A Just Russia perform a „non-planned” walkout, but towards the end Putin reportedly lost his infamous … Continue reading →

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The Putin Defence

Posted on March 22, 2012 by

Obviously, the biggest question when it comes to the new power structure in Russia will be about the handling of inevitable personal clashes. As I’ve blogged before, Vladimir Putin will have to solve a double task: he will have to … Continue reading →

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Back to the future

Posted on March 9, 2012 by

It might seem as if the game had ended – at least this is what Novaya Gazeta proclaimed on its front page this week. In fact, the “game” has only just begun with last Sunday’s victory of Putin. I believe … Continue reading →

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Protected: At crossroads

Posted on March 15, 2011 by

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