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In Moscow's Shadows 135: Navalny in the late Soviet Union

In Moscow's Shadows

CHAPTER

Bottom-Up Resistance and Navalny's Charismatic Leadership

The chapter explores tactics used by the former KGB to subtly oppress individuals by making them aware they are being monitored, along with the potential for small-scale resistance in late-Soviet Russia. It delves into how Navalny's anti-corruption focus and ability to unite different constituencies posed a threat to the regime, as well as his outreach to the police. The discussion also considers potential paths for Russia's political future, including the possibility of a post-Putin leader resorting to authoritarian methods.

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