The Kremlin is trying to bring Russia’s civil society to heel and transform it into a loyal supporter of the authoritiesby Dmitry Pinsker This article originally appeared in the 16-22 November issue of The Russian Journal. Reprinted with permission. MOSCOW, Russia–A pompous gathering, pretentiously called the “Civic Forum,” will take place in the Kremlin on 21 November. The forum’s aim […]

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