Coming two terms with it: Putin’s power grab

Arkady Ostrovsky, Russia and Eastern Europe editor for The Economist, discusses the implications of recent constitutional amendments allowing Vladimir Putin to extend his presidency until 2036. He predicts a standoff as public faith in Putin wanes. The conversation covers the challenges faced by the opposition and the manipulative voting processes entrenched in the regime. Additionally, Ostrovsky highlights how inadequate sick pay in Russia forces employees to work while ill, further complicating public health during the pandemic.