Putin & the erosion of
Russia's fledgling
democracy.
2012- President for a 3rd time;
now 6-year terms.
Dmitry Medvedev selected as
Prime Minister
(after four year gap could run)
2008-2012 Dmitry Medvedev was
President & selected Vladimir
Putin as Prime Minister.
(couldn’t run again President)
2004- 2008 – President Putin
2000-2004 – President Putin
 Time Magazine
Early successes of Vladimir Putin.
Many Russian’s believe their country is moving in the right direction.
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In 1st two terms as president, he ushered in a new
era of prosperity, fuelled by his country's vast
natural resources.
Strong leader; stopped Chechnya attacks
and brought security to Russia
Many say he is leading Russia to
authoritarianism.
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Personal Freedoms?
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Russia Gay Propaganda Law
2013- signed by Putin
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Kleptocracy- government run by
corruption!
Russia annexed Crimea, March 2014
Putin say’s he sent in troops to support referendum vote in Crimea to join
Russia.
Sanctions against Russia in response
to annexation of Crimea.
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Why weren’t sanctions stronger?
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Post Cold War NATO
Website link- link to see full map
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U.S. and Russian Relations…
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New Cold War?
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Call for a Boycott… any previous
boycotts?
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What are the most powerful countries in
the world?
 Most powerful countries in the world
 Link from US News & World Report
 Go to link and read through the
information.