Number: RS22831
Title: Russia's March 2008 Presidential Election: Outcome and Implications
Authors: Jim Nichol, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: This report discusses the campaign and results of Russia's March 2, 2008, presidential election and implications for Russia and U.S. interests. Popular outgoing President Vladimir Putin endorsed his First Deputy Prime Minister, Dmitriy Medvedev, who easily won an election viewed by some observers as not free and fair.
Pages: 6
Date: March 13, 2008