United Russia Commentary

| Dec 10, 2007

After Vladimir Putin’s announcement today that he would support Dimitri Medvedev to be the next Russian president, Nikolas K. Gvosdev gives some perspective.

Back in the USSR?

Andreas Umland | Dec 10, 2007

The central role of Vladimir Putin in shaping Russian politics now seems assured for years to come. But what are the implications of this new reality?

Putin's Heir?

Nikolas K. Gvosdev | Dec 10, 2007

Thoughts on Vladimir Putin’s decision to back Dimitri Medvedev to be the next president of the Russian Federation.

The Russian Elections: NI Online's Continuing Coverage

| Dec 03, 2007

In the aftermath of the resounding victory of Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party, observers are struggling to get a handle on the situation.

Putin's Russia Is 'A Different Country Now'

Brian Whitmore

Robert Coalson

| Dec 03, 2007

Just what does Vladimir Putin plan to do with his party’s new mandate? Consolidating executive authority and one-party rule both seem to be in the cards.

The Second Premiership of Vladimir Putin

Andrey Terekhov | Oct 03, 2007

Vladimir Putin recently announced that he would head the United Russia Party list in upcoming elections. What does his decision to stay in the government mean for Russia and the United States?

Russia Vote Over Before It's Over

Cliff Kupchan | Feb 25, 2004

Democracy is not going to bloom in Russia this spring.

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