Navalny’s ghost: A symbol of democracy against Trump’s Putinist affiliations – Francis Wilkinson

Navalny’s ghost: A symbol of democracy against Trump’s Putinist affiliations – Francis Wilkinson

In the wake of Alexey Navalny's likely murder orchestrated by Vladimir Putin, the Russian opposition leader becomes an unexpected ally in U.S. politics.
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In the wake of Alexey Navalny's likely murder orchestrated by Vladimir Putin, the Russian opposition leader becomes an unexpected ally in U.S. politics. As Trump and MAGA politicians align with Putin, Navalny's ghostly presence symbolises democratic values against autocratic thuggery. In contrast to Trump's fear-driven agenda, Navalny's fearless pursuit of justice serves as a powerful reminder of the anti-MAGA majority's commitment to democracy. His inclusion in the Democratic narrative unveils Trump's Putinist affiliations and underscores the urgency of defending democratic ideals.

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By Francis Wilkinson

 President Joe Biden has a new running mate. No, Vice President Kamala Harris isn't going anywhere. But Biden and Harris should make room for a third wheel on the Democratic axle this year: the heroic Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny.

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