Speculation about the breakup of the Russian Federation persists in debates over regime stability and decolonization in Russia. While many analysts view such a scenario as unlikely, proponents and critics offer differing interpretations of regional and ethnic dynamics. Adam Lenton’s talk explores factors shaping ethnic mobilization in Russia’s regions, using new historical data to reveal the enduring legacies of Russian imperial rule on Soviet and post-Soviet mobilization. The talk will conclude by considering the implications for ethnic politics in Russia. |
