Why Russia's Authoritarian Regime Continues to Enjoy Public Support

Why Russia’s Authoritarian Regime Continues to Enjoy Public Support

Tags: Global Economy, War and Foreign Policy

06/10/2022 Paul Tolmachev

Vladimir Putin (not unlike President George W. Bush) has led his country into a destructive war, yet the Russian political leadership enjoys wide public support.

Original Article: “Why Russia’s Authoritarian Regime Continues to Enjoy Public Support”

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