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Andrei Tsygankov

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Professor at the Departments of Political Science and International Relations, San Francisco State University.

He teaches Russian/post-Soviet, comparative politics, and international politics. He is a graduate of Moscow State University (Candidate of Sciences, 1991) and University of Southern California (Ph.D., 2000). He has published widely in western and Russian academia and is the author of Russia's Foreign Policy: Change and Continuity in National Identity (Rowman & Littlefield, 2006) and Whose World Order? Russia 's Perception of American Ideas after the Cold War ( University of Notre Dame Press , 2004), along with many articles.

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The Post-Pandemic World: New Risks

The global transition to a pluralistic world is in its initial phase, and it is far from the emergence of a new international order with generally accepted rules of the game. The contradictions between the great powers, which are especially clearly manifested today in the demonstration of cyber-capabilities, as well as the rivalry between the media and intelligence services, will only deepen. Survival in this jungle will be associated not only with military information innovations, but also with the formulation of strategies that can unite elites with their societies to solve long-term problems.

Elections in the United States: Crisis of the Elites or Revolt of the Masses?

This revolt of the masses has already manifested itself in Europe, Eurasia and the Middle East and has now come to America. America needs to update not only its party-political elites, but also the very principles of their relations with society, the national idea of the country and its relations with the outside world, Valdai Club expert Andrei Tsygankov writes.

American Oligarchy Virus

This election year will bring many surprises, and the outcome of the confrontation between Trump and the Democratic elites is far from a foregone conclusion. There is no clarity as to whether a movement from the oligarchy to a strong and responsible state is possible. In the absence of leaders, and amid the steady dynamics of protests and sympathy from the establishment, the modern social upsurge may well end in strengthening the old system, writes Valdai Club expert Andrei Tsygankov.

Trump and the Crisis of Oligarchy

The changes taking place in the US are only beginning to be comprehended. Trump the troublemaker uncovered the contradictions which had accumulated over the last half-century and been hidden deep inside the system. The root of the problems lies in discrediting the democratic and civilian components of the American system.

Hostages of Normandy Process: Ukraine as a Systemic International Problem

There is no way out of this vicious circle. I repeat: Ukraine is a systemic problem. It reflects all the main contradictions between Russia and the West at the stage of world order transition. The problem of Ukraine can only be resolved if these contradictions are resolved.

The Funnel of Ukrainegate

Ukrainegate is gaining momentum and looks like a funnel that swallows the involved and not-quite-involved politicians alike. The very idea of impeaching Trump on the basis of his “inappropriate” connection with Ukraine arose as a replacement for Russiagate. Without formulating a nationwide political programme, the Democrats have relied on attempts to discredit Trump and media dirty laundry.

From Dominance to Self-Destruction of the West?

Western countries, and especially the United States, have been proactive in their dual containment policy toward Russia and China, and have in fact given up on any serious efforts to achieve mutually beneficial cooperation.

The Racial Card in US Politics

The racial and xenophobic language, which the politicians of the post-American world are rapidly learning, does not yet indicate a return to the blood-and-soil nationalism, which has led to so many wars. A populism based on memory and emotions is an instrument that differs from fundamentalist ethnic nationalism when it comes to consequences.

The Global Economic Reshuffle: USA, China and Russia

The trade conflict between the United States and China is especially important from the standpoint of on-going global geo-economic changes. In the event that the conflict is resolved in the near future, the underlying motives driving the standoff will remain, and continue to influence the nature of the relationship between the two most important economic powers in the world.

Trump’s Reality Show to Be Continued

For American politics experts, Donald Trump’s statement about the Mueller investigation being tantamount to a coup attempt is no news. Since before Trump was elected president, mud-slinging and harassment have been the norm in Washington. Trump was, and still is, accused of collusion with Russia, perjury and many other things. Trump, in response, has denied everything.

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