Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Russia's Rigged Elections Still Serve a Purpose
September 19, 2026
September 19, 2026
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary:
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Russia's Rigged Elections Still Serve a Purpose
Putin's regime fixes election outcomes, but relies on the real numbers to assess resistance.
By Vsevolod Bederson
September 18, 2026
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The outcome of Russia's parliamentary elections is predetermined. Yet the Kremlin cares about much more than . . .
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Russia's Rigged Elections Still Serve a Purpose
Putin's regime fixes election outcomes, but relies on the real numbers to assess resistance.
By Vsevolod Bederson
September 18, 2026
-
The outcome of Russia's parliamentary elections is predetermined. Yet the Kremlin cares about much more than . . .