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Russian elections: despite fixing the opposition, Vladimir Putin wants lots of people to vote for him

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Like a lot of authoritarian leaders, Putin is aware that a low turnout will make him look weak in the eyes of the world.

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  1. CNN

    Despite scenes of defiance, plenty of Russians support Putin as election nears (opens CNN)

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    There is an inevitability about the outcome of Russia’s looming presidential election. And many Russians will be happy to see Vladimir Putin win another term.

  2. The Conversation US

    Russian elections: despite fixing the opposition, Vladimir Putin wants lots of people to vote for him (opens The Conversation US)

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    Like a lot of authoritarian leaders, Putin is aware that a low turnout will make him look weak in the eyes of the world.

  3. NPR

    Why Russia holds presidential elections even though Putin is all but assured a win (opens NPR)

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    NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with University of Oxford professor Ben Ansell about the significance of elections in authoritarian-ruled countries.

  4. Deutsche Welle

    Russia votes: Why does Putin bother holding elections? – DW (opens Deutsche Welle)

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    Although President Vladimir Putin is certain to win the 2024 election, analysts say he wants to give the illusion of democracy.

  5. Al Jazeera

    Why Putin is desperate for a big election win (opens Al Jazeera)

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    He needs an electoral mandate to continue waging an unpopular war.

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