History Daily: A Failed Coup in Moscow
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Gorbachev's Reforms and Rising Opposition
This chapter explores the pivotal reforms introduced by Gorbachev during perestroika, aimed at restructuring the Soviet economy and reducing Cold War tensions. It also examines the internal opposition from hardliners and the public's growing dissent, ultimately leading to significant political upheaval and the threats to Gorbachev's legacy.
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