Russian Politics Today: Stability and Fragility

Russian Politics Today provides an accessible, nuanced introduction to contemporary Russian politics at a time of increasing uncertainty.Using the lens of stability versus fragility as its overarching framework, this innovative textbook explores the forces that shape Russia's politics, economy, and society.It includes up-to-date chapters on core themes - Russia's strong presidency, its weak party system, and the role of civil society - alongside path-breaking coverage of the politics of gender, sexuality, social media, migration, and the environment.A new section is dedicated to foreign and security policy, with chapters exploring Russian-Ukrainian relations, Russia's war in Ukraine, and the evolution of Russia's armed forces.In an age defined by misinformation, conspiracy theories, facile stereotypes, and misconceptions, a volume that fosters a nuanced understanding of complex political dynamics in post-Soviet Russia is more important than ever.Exam and discussion questions are availa