JRL NEWSWATCH: “Half of Russians now say Vladimir Putin is responsible for the country’s problems, according to new poll” – Meduza/ Levada Center

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“… more than half the country … holds [Putin] responsible for Russia’s problems and the rising cost of living, according to a new poll by the Levada Center. Late last month, 55 percent of the country said Putin is to blame …. Ironically, the same number … credit Putin with … economic success and rising prosperity …. Nearly two thirds … say they doubt the country is likely to see mass protests against falling living standards or political repression … 30 percent … claimed that they’re currently ready to join demonstrations. Eighty percent … say they’ve noticed protests in their neighborhoods ….”

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