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Caputo in Russia
- In 1996, Michael Caputo, an American political consultant, witnessed Russia's post-communist disillusionment.
- He organized rock concerts to boost Yeltsin's reelection campaign, mirroring the American "Rock the Vote" initiative.
Caputo's Meddling
- Caputo's involvement in Russian politics during the Yeltsin era aimed to prevent a communist resurgence.
- The American-backed strategy, despite questionable democratic implications, influenced later events involving Trump and Russia.
The Steele Dossier
- Christopher Steele compiled the dossier alleging Trump's Russia ties, leading to a media frenzy and investigations.
- Steele's actions, driven by concerns about Trump's potential threat to national security, sparked controversy.