Citing Fight against Terror, Putin Seeks More Power

NPR | By Emily Harris

Published September 13, 2004 at 12:00 AM EDT

Russian President Vladimir Putin announces far-reaching reforms that he says will strengthen the power of the executive branch in its battle against terrorism. But critics say Putin's already-tight grip on power is part of the problem. Hear NPR's Emily Harris.

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