The Legacy of Alexei Navalny

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The chapter explores the impact of Alexei Navalny's death on the opposition movement in Russia, discussing the increased oppression and crackdown on dissent. It reflects on his legacy and the fear instilled in the populace, questioning the future of political activism in the country. The chapter speculates on the long-term implications of Navalny's mission and how it may shape Russia post-Putin.

At last President Vladimir Putin’s regime has succeeded in silencing the country’s most prominent opposition figure. What happens next? Demand for electric cars is weakening, particularly in Britain; we ask how to recharge the market (11:47). And what is remarkable about a stage production of “The Shawshank Redemption” in China (19:44).

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