Putsch and shove in Russia

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Boris Yeltsin's dismissal of Russian security chief Alexander Korzhakov, along with two other high-ranking officials, may have adverse effects on Yeltsin's reelection bid. Korzhakov's has many supporters throughout the army, police and security services who support his anti-democracy beliefs.

Elections, Korzhakov, Aleksandr

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Left behind: Russia

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Boris Yeltsin has made a strong comeback in public opinion polls and now seems likely to win reelection in Russia's Jun 16, 1996, presidential election. Communist candidate Gennady Zyuganov has been an ineffectual campaigner and has lost support.

Presidential candidates, Zyuganov, Gennadi

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Subjects list: Political activity, Political aspects, Russia, Yeltsin, Boris
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