This wheelchair-bound blogger redefined the Russian concept of ‘kitchen conversations’, by taking these discussions to new digital platforms and challenging the government
is one of Russia’s most widely read political blogs and for a long time Gorbunov published anonymously before recently revealing his identity.
While ordinary citizens were drawn to his work, resonating with his tone and commentary, Kremlin officials were left confused and anxious. Allegations and speculation began to grow and Gorbunov’s preferred battleground would have been the cosmos. However, his determined spirit wasn’t deterred because of his vulnerable physical condition, and he turned to social media, typing and using a phone attached to his wheelchair.Political Satire in Russia
Critics have often accused Russian president Vladimir Putin of introducing"big brother" laws to silence dissent and civil rights activists.
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