Freedom of Expression and the Law in Russia
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Freedom of Expression and the Law in Russia

Asymmetrical Information

  1. 174 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Freedom of Expression and the Law in Russia

Asymmetrical Information

About this book

This book discusses how Russia's legal system restricts freedom of expression.

As the author analyzes legal amendments restricting the free flow of information since 2012, she draws upon Akerlof's framework of "Asymmetrical information" and Luhmann's "System Theory" to show how these amendments have deprived citizens of the opportunity to voice criticisms, influence public affairs, or take collective action against decision-makers. Among the innovations are the establishment of a "President Emeritus" institution or introducing laws through legislative processes already on hold - something we call "legislation through winter preservatives." The author provides a nuanced understanding of these and other processes that limit the free flow of information while simultaneously exploring the reasons why Russia's regime still sustains.

The volume will be of interest to scholars and students of law, political science, international law, area studies, development studies, peace research, comparative politics/comparative area studies, citizenship studies, communication studies, social movements, and international organization. Experts working with Russia in international organisations and the media will also find this systematic analysis of the transformation of Russian legislation and its consequences invaluable.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Series
  4. Title
  5. Copyright
  6. Contents
  7. List of Illustrations
  8. Acknowledgements
  9. 1 Introduction
  10. 2 Context
  11. 3 Analysing Legal Amendments Since 2012: Regulating Enlightenment Activities
  12. 4 Analysing Legal Amendments Since 2012: Extending Foreign Agent Legislation to Individuals
  13. 5 Analysing Legal Amendments Since 2012: Legal Amendments Tightening Requirements for Conducting Public Assemblies
  14. 6 Analysing Legal Amendments Since 2012: Codifying Traditional Societal Values
  15. 7 Analysing Legal Amendments Since 2012: Prohibitions on Discrediting the Military and the Authorities
  16. 8 Russia’s Asymmetrical Information-Based Legal System: Concluding Observations
  17. Appendix
  18. Index