Portland-State-University 2024-2025 Bulletin

PS 565 Politics of Russia

An in-depth exploration of Russian politics, history, and culture. Begins with a focus on history, and thus considers the beginnings of the Russian Empire across the centuries. Then examines the rise and fall of communism, with a particular focus on Lenin and Stalin. The final segment of the course focuses on modern Russian politics, with a particular emphasis on the strategies and success of Vladimir Putin.

Credits

4
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  • 500