Nexus: Putin’s politics of power
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Nexus: Putin’s politics of power
Vladimir Putin has ruled Russia for 18 years – and has announced plans to defend his presidency in 2018’s election. He’s been accused of election-rigging and using state-controlled media to censor opposition. How has he held onto power for so long?
December 20, 2017
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