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Russia's 'Special Election Operation' and growing pessimism
Original: Russia's "Special Election Operation" and growing pessimism in Russia
Steve Rosenberg examines what observers are calling Russia's "special election operation", arguing that pessimism is deepening across Russian society. The report frames the tightly managed vote as part of the Kremlin's broader wartime language, and suggests ordinary Russians increasingly doubt the future. The piece is drawing wide attention for its reading of the public mood ahead of and during the presidential election.
Why now: Russia's presidential election is drawing global scrutiny over its managed nature and the country's darkening public mood.
RussiaSteve RosenbergVladimir Putin
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- Russia's "Special Election Operation" and growing pessimism in Russia · Steve Rosenberg · 830.8K
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