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Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin

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Mon Apr 5, 2021, 05:02 PM Apr 2021

Putin signs law allowing him to stay in power for another 15 years after ruling over Russia for 2

decades

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed a law that opened the door for him to stay in power until 2036.

The Russian president's term ends in 2024, and he can now run for two more six-year terms.

This move, made possible by a referendum on constitutional amendments in 2020, means Putin could surpass Joseph Stalin as the longest-reigning leader in Russia since Peter the Great, according to The Moscow Times.

Putin's critics and opponents have said he's effectively become "president for life" via this legislation.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/putin-signs-law-allowing-him-142308573.html
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Putin signs law allowing him to stay in power for another 15 years after ruling over Russia for 2 (Original Post) Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Apr 2021 OP
More like dictator for life! PortTack Apr 2021 #1
Trump's gonna be jealous! n/t RKP5637 Apr 2021 #2
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