Forthcoming Presidential Elections: Candidates Excluded from the Field

The shape of the field for the forthcoming presidential elections in Russia is becoming clear, as the nominations process has excluded candidates Yekaterina Dünsova and Igor Gierken. Dünsova, a liberal journalist, was rejected due to alleged mistakes in her nomination documents, while Gierken, a hawkish figure, was prevented from being nominated due to the absence of an official notary during the process. The exclusion of these candidates raises questions about the opposition forces' ability to unite and create a common front. Additionally, the remaining candidates include a right-leaning liberal, a representative of the Liberal Democratic Party, and a Communist candidate.