Federalism and Local Politics in Russia

With articles by a high quality set of contributors including Richard Sakwa, Darrell Slider and Vladimir Gel'man, this book explores the increasingly authoritarian character of Putin's rule, especially in his second term since 2004.Examining the tightening of the control of the federal government over the regions during the Putin era, it shows how, contrary to his rhetoric about developing Russia as a free and democratic state, authoritarianism has been extended - through: his reorganisation of the Federation Council his usurpation of powers to dismiss regional assemblies and chief executives his creation of seven unelected super-governors. Critical, analytical and using case studies of local politics in specific regions and covering developments, including ethnic federalism and non-Russian peoples, the merging of federal units, regional governors, electoral reforms, and regional politics, this book is a key resource for all students of Russian studies and politics.Ross, Melanie H. is the author of 'Federalism and Local Politics in Russia' with ISBN 9780415437028 and ISBN 0415437024.