Why does Putin always win?
What to know about Russia’s pseudo election.
Under Russia’s constitution, Putin’s term in power was supposed to end in 2008 — but under a tricky bait-and-switch, he effectively ruled Russia as prime minister for four years, swapping places with Dmitry Medvedev.
In 2020, Putin engineered changes to the constitution in a nationwide vote marred by irregularities that allowed him at least two more six-year terms.
Putin has centralized power, invaded Georgia and Ukraine, and destroyed the Russian opposition.

Why does Putin always win? What to know about Russia’s pseudo election.