Jednotné Rusko: Případ úspěšné proprezidentské strany?
David Příhoda
United Russia: The Case of Successful Party of Power?This article deals with United Russia, currently strongest political party in the Russian Federation. United Russia belongs to parties of power that are typical feature of Russian political life. These parties are established by executive branch with aim to reach places enough in State Duma to gain majority of seats. These parties should ensure support for president’s policy on the floor of State Duma. They are set down from above.There were many parties of power during 1990s that did not succeed to play this role due to their bad electoral performance. This article argues that United Russia is successful party of power and important ally of presidents Putin and Medvedev to support their policies in State Duma and regions. The article also shows that United Russia is a tool in president’s hand rather than independent force. In other words, it is completely dependent on Kremlin.
