Criminal record which he says is politically motivated. also the kremlin controls the russian media. apart from that, apart from most things, yes, the turnout of 67.4% and the vote for vladimir putin of 76.6%, the latest numbers the election commission are broadly accepted. it underlines the fact that vladimir putin despite the reputation overseas is something of a spoiler. somebody who is engaged in the controversy of the u.s. meddling and an accused of the nerve agent attack in britain. he is still extremely popular at home. part of that popularity is he shows strong leadership and given the...