Russia only pays lip-service to democracy. Elections exist, but few doubt the outcome. Political opposition exist, but most realise that only shambolic opposition is allowed a platform - real, credible opposition is suppressed.
Mr Putin has been pulling the strings behind the scene while Medvedev has been President. In March, Putin will be relected for a further six years in office. Russia is set to have 22 years of Vladimir Putin. It's safe to say that Russia is a managed democracy.
Mr Putin has been pulling the strings behind the scene while Medvedev has been President. In March, Putin will be relected for a further six years in office. Russia is set to have 22 years of Vladimir Putin. It's safe to say that Russia is a managed democracy.
