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Pro-peace candidate applies to run against Putin in election
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The regional legislator hopes to challenge Putin, promoting her vision of a "humane “Russia” that’s peaceful, friendly and ready to cooperate with everyone on the principle of respect.”
Russia’s state parliament set March 17 as the date for the country’s 2024 presidential earlier this month, moving Putin a step closer to a fifth term in office.
The tight control that Putin has established over Russia’s political system during 24 years in power makes his reelection in March all but assured.
Duntsova took her first steps toward candidate status Sunday when her run was endorsed by 500 supporters as required by Russian election law.
More than 500 people gathered in Moscow to back the bid, according to Telegram updates by Sota, a Russian news publication covering the opposition, protests, and human rights issues.
The meeting ultimately proceeded unimpeded, despite electricity at the venue briefly going out and security guards initially refusing to let some enter the building.
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