Question by PooH: Why is Stalinist Russia considered a totalitarian state instead of a dictatorship? I read that Stalin is considered as a dictator, so why is Stalinist Russia considered a totalitarian state instead of a dictatorship? Answers and … [Read more...] about Why is Stalinist Russia considered a totalitarian state instead of a dictatorship?
History and Politics
Why is Russia still considered a powerful country?
Question by emeka c: Why is Russia still considered a powerful country? Russia is not even in the top 5 economies of the world, Aside from being the largest country in the world. What else makes Russia powerful? I mean the country is poor and cold? … [Read more...] about Why is Russia still considered a powerful country?
What did the Russian youth think of us Americans during the 80′s cold war?
Question by : What did the Russian youth think of us Americans during the 80's cold war? I remember everything from TV, video games, posters, propaganda, we even had anti-russian stickers in my grocery store. You guys were portrayed as the ultimate … [Read more...] about What did the Russian youth think of us Americans during the 80′s cold war?
What was Russia’s main goal by using the 11 spies and did the russian spies accomplish anything?
Question by SallyMay: What was Russia's main goal by using the 11 spies and did the russian spies accomplish anything? I mean I have read the news on this story. I don't understand exactly what they, the 11 Russian Spies, was trying to get or who … [Read more...] about What was Russia’s main goal by using the 11 spies and did the russian spies accomplish anything?
How did Russia rise from being a poor country to a world power?
Question by Ghost of Rasputin: How did Russia rise from being a poor country to a world power? My knowledge of Russia isn't so large, so it would be great if someone can point me in the right direction. Answers and Views: Answer by Comrade … [Read more...] about How did Russia rise from being a poor country to a world power?
How has Russia’s change from a planned economy to a more free market economy improved the Russian economy?
Question by jj: How has Russia's change from a planned economy to a more free market economy improved the Russian economy? How has Russia's change from a planned economy (a command economy) to a more free market economy improved the Russian economy? … [Read more...] about How has Russia’s change from a planned economy to a more free market economy improved the Russian economy?
If Russia had chosen Judaism instead of Greek Orthodox, how might the medieval period have been different?
Question by Enjoli D: If Russia had chosen Judaism instead of Greek Orthodox, how might the medieval period have been different? If Russia had chosen Judaism instead of Greek Orthodox, how might the medieval period have been different in England and … [Read more...] about If Russia had chosen Judaism instead of Greek Orthodox, how might the medieval period have been different?