I’ve long been interested with how political parties position themselves on issues. It’s an exercise that requires balancing a number of different goals. Parties generally want to attract voters, so staking out a position closest to the most voters is … Continued
Local election officials nullified the results of a gubernatorial run-off election in Primoriye Krai in Russia’s Far East for the first time since 1996, according to media reports. A suspicious uptick in last-minute votes prompted the nullification. The incumbent, Andrey … Continued
The outcome of Sunday’s presidential election in Russia was never in doubt. Putin would win and do so in overwhelming fashion. His opponents were a motley band of tired, but loyal sparring partners and newcomers to national politics. They had … Continued