Putin Forever? Russians Vote to Change the Constitution
Putin Forever? Russians Vote to Change the Constitution

Author(s): Agnieszka Legucka
Subject(s): Politics, Constitutional Law, Electoral systems
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Russia; Constitution; Change; Vote;
Summary/Abstract: On 1 July, Russians across the country finished voting on amendments to the constitution of the Russian Federation, with 77.9% of votes approving the changes. Under the amendments, President Vladimir Putin gained the opportunity to hold office until 2036. However, the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic may hamper his chances in future presidential elections.

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