Putin Poised for Re-election Amidst Criticism of Russia's Governance

As Vladimir Putin is expected to secure another term, concerns over Russia's undemocratic practices and poor governance intensify.

Putin's anticipated victory in the upcoming presidential election highlights the lack of democratic choice in Russia.
Recent military gains in Ukraine and Putin's promises of national improvement mask underlying governance issues.
Centralization of power around Putin has led to dysfunctional governance, particularly outside Moscow.
The death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny has not silenced criticism of the regime's corruption and inefficiency.
Despite repression, public expressions of dissent, such as Navalny's funeral, demonstrate ongoing resistance to Putin's rule.