The top two politicians in Russia have accepted proposals that would swap the top two politicians in Russia; current Prime Minister and former President Vladimir Putin will be nominated for the presidency and current President Dmitry Medvedev could be elected Russian Prime Minister in a parliamentary vote. Both candidates backed each other in their respective endeavors.
President Medvedev said "I think it would be correct for the congress to support the candidacy of the party chairman, Vladimir Putin, to the post of president of the country," and Mr. Putin said Medvedev would be part of a "new, effective, young, energetic management team" as prime minister. Vladimir Putin has already served two four year terms as president, thus filling the constitutional term limit, but will likely be serving six years more due to a constitutional amendment.
Corruption is a serious problem in Russia, and having the two highest offices occupied by the same people for nearly two decades may have something to do with that. Democracy in Russia could be deteriorating. Interestingly enough, Putin's approval ratings during his presidency were relatively high after he brought Russia under control after the tumultuous 90's. He has since gained almost complete control of the political system in Russia, and will apparently be hanging on to that control as president.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-15045816
By Bob Hartzer
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