The Kremlin may be unable or unwilling — and likely a mix of both — to confront and rein in some of the most toxic pillars of its regime. This is a sign of impotence, not power. It doesn't absolve the Kremlin.

The Kremlin may be unable or unwilling — and likely a mix of both — to confront and rein in some of the most toxic pillars of its regime. This is a sign of impotence, not power. It doesn't absolve the Kremlin. My latest for @MoscowTimes https://t.co/zeEq33GRTb

— Anna Arutunyan (@scrawnya) September 6, 2020