In Moscow's Shadows In Moscow's Shadows 41: The Communist Party Embattled...And Occultism and Russian Politics
Aug 4, 2021
The Kremlin's evolving stance on the Communist Party raises questions about its role as an opposition force. Internal tensions and external pressures challenge the party's political effectiveness. Meanwhile, new leftist coalitions present alternatives for disillusioned voters, hinting at potential unrest. Occultism and mysticism weave their way into Russian politics, with psychic influencers increasingly affecting narratives. This unique blend of ideology and mysticism adds depth to the understanding of contemporary political strategies.
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Grudinin's Exclusion
- Pavel Grudinin, a Communist Party candidate, was barred from the September elections.
- The reason given was owning foreign property, but it seems like a pretext.
Three Factions of KPRF
- Mark Galeotti divides the KPRF into opportunists, veterans, and a younger generation.
- The younger generation are reformists seeking change within a safer party structure.
Kremlin Black PR
- The KPRF was linked to a convicted sex offender in a manipulated video.
- This is a typical Kremlin tactic to discredit opposition, now targeting the communists.