Landslide win gives Putin six more years

President Vladimir Putin won a landslide victory and a fifth term yesterday

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  • The need to exceed previous successes
  • Administrative measures boost support for Putin
  • A neutered opposition
  • Resounding victory will embolden leadership
  • The challenges of a hegemonic system of rule

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