Russia Reveals Its True Face
Editorial, The Washington Post | September 26, 2011
Vladimir Putin's return to the presidency removes the illusion of any real political competition in Russia. ++ As president Putin is likely to aggravate relations with Russia's neighbors and do little to tackle rampant corruption domestically. ++ This could be a major setback to Russian-American relations, which appeared to have improved slightly during Medvedev's tenure. ++ The US and Europe should use this opportunity to take a harsh stance on Russia's abysmal human rights record and exert pressure on the country's ruling elite.
