'January Revolution' Feature How Mishustin Rose to the Top: Old Ties, Savvy and a Knack for Systems Vladimir Putin shocked the world when he named a little-known tax chief his number two. We delve into the new Russian prime minister’s background. JUST SAY NO Activists Urge Russians to Vote Against Putin’s ‘Constitutional Coup’ The plea came in an open letter in Russia’s Novaya Gazeta newspaper. opinion Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management The appointment of a new government doesn't necessarily signal growth. NEW COMMENTS Putin Says Russia Has to be Strong Presidential Republic The president made the statement when asked about a possible transitional period once he steps down in 2024. Cabinet reshuffling Who Made It Into Russia’s New Cabinet? Who's who in the new Russian government. News Analysis In Wake of Putin’s ‘Coup,’ Russia’s Top Opposition Leader Refrains From Action Other opposition figures are planning a Feb. 29 march against the president’s proposed reforms that could keep him in power past 2024. DIGITAL GURU? New Russian Prime Minister Is No Stranger to Business Community Investors say he will promote digitization, while critics claim he has taken credit for natural progression. opinion Putin’s Changes Might Set Russia on the Right Path Political centralization has historically served as a major impediment to Russia’s democratization. opinion Russia’s New Prime Minister Is a Bureaucratic Superman Mishustin is a new kind of Russian prime minister suited to Putin’s evolving political goals. 10 amendments What Changes Is Putin Planning for Russia’s Constitution? The amendments proposed by Putin on Wednesday would bring sweeping changes to Russia's political system. News Analysis Will Putin Stay Or Will He Go? Bombshell Address and Shock Medvedev Resignation Offer Big Hint Real and proposed changes to the structure of the Russian government shine a light on Vladimir Putin and the country’s futures. Looking inward 6 Highlights From Putin's State of the Nation Address Putin discussed Russia’s demographic crisis, the poverty level and his vision for the Russian government after he leaves office. View more articles
