Russia holds tightly controlled parliamentary elections

Russia’s parliamentary elections will take place in a week, with a predetermined outcome.

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The Kremlin uses the vote to display legitimacy despite the lack of freedom.

Public discontent makes the electoral spectacle more difficult.

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