After A Decade In Power, Russia's Putin Not Ready To Quit

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin

From Seattle PI/AP:

MOSCOW -- Vladimir Putin celebrated a decade in power Sunday, and it appears the former KGB strongman may maintain his grip on Russia's government for years to come.

Supporters credit him with rescuing the economy from the post-Soviet doldrums and restoring national pride. Critics say the price - rolling back democratic reforms and stifling dissent - has been too high.

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More News On Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin

10 years on, Vladimir Putin still riding high in the saddle -- RT (video)
Putin: 10 more years? -- Reuters
Putin marks 10 years at Russia's helm -- National Post
Russian Leader Putin with 78% Approval after 10 Years in Power -- Novinite
Not Much to Celebrate After 10 Years of Putin -- Moscow Times
TIMELINE: Vladimir Putin, from premier to president to premier -- Reuters

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