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Podcast: Goodbye COVID, Hello Democracy? Unpacking Putin’s Remarks
In remarks broadcast over the weekend, President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is handling the coronavirus “quite smoothly” and that constitutional amendments up for a nationwide vote on July 1 are a step toward democracy. Irina Lagunina, director of special projects at RFE/RL’s Russian Service, joins host Steve Gutterman to discuss.
Episodes
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March 01, 2021Iron Bars And 'Iron Feliks'
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February 22, 2021Navalny’s Long Day In Court
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February 15, 2021Court Fights And Courtyard Lights
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February 08, 2021Navalny's Crime And Punishment
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February 01, 2021High Stakes On The Streets And In Court
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January 25, 2021Protests And Portents
