2021 Russian legislative election
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| Election name | 2021 Russian legislative election |
| Country | Russia |
| Type | legislative |
| Previous election | 2016 Russian legislative election |
| Seats for election | All 450 seats to the State Duma |
| Incumbent president | Vladimir Putin |
| Incumbent party | United Russia |
2021 Russian legislative election was a significant event in the political landscape of Russia, with the ruling party United Russia facing challenges from opposition parties such as the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Liberal Democratic Party of Russia, and A Just Russia. The election was held from September 17 to September 19, 2021, with voters electing all 450 members of the State Duma, the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia. This election was also notable for the participation of Yabloko, Russian Party of Pensioners for Social Justice, and other parties, as well as the involvement of high-profile figures like Alexei Navalny, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Boris Yeltsin.
Background
The 2021 Russian legislative election took place against the backdrop of significant political and social developments in Russia, including the 2020 Russian constitutional referendum and the 2021 Russian protests. The election was also influenced by the country's relations with other nations, such as the United States, China, and European Union member states like Germany and France. Key figures like Sergey Lavrov, Dmitry Medvedev, and Sergey Shoigu played important roles in shaping the political landscape, while institutions like the Central Election Commission of Russia and the Federal Security Service were responsible for ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. The election was also covered by various media outlets, including RT, Russia-1, and Moskovskij Komsomolets.
Electoral System
The electoral system used in the 2021 Russian legislative election was a mixed system, with 225 members elected by proportional representation and 225 members elected by single-member districts. This system was established by the Federal Law on the Basic Guarantees of Electoral Rights and the Right to Participate in a Referendum of Citizens of the Russian Federation, which was signed into law by Vladimir Putin in 2014. The election was overseen by the Central Election Commission of Russia, which is responsible for ensuring the integrity and transparency of the electoral process, in accordance with international standards set by organizations like the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe and the Council of Europe. The commission worked closely with other institutions, such as the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media and the Investigative Committee of Russia.
Parties and Candidates
A total of 14 parties participated in the 2021 Russian legislative election, including United Russia, Communist Party of the Russian Federation, Liberal Democratic Party of Russia, and A Just Russia. Other parties that took part in the election included Yabloko, Russian Party of Pensioners for Social Justice, and the New People party, which was founded by Alexey Nechayev in 2020. Key candidates in the election included Sergey Shoygu, Sergey Lavrov, and Dmitry Medvedev, as well as opposition figures like Alexei Navalny and Vladimir Zhirinovsky. The parties and candidates were covered by various media outlets, including Kommersant, Vedomosti, and Novaya Gazeta.
Conduct and Controversies
The 2021 Russian legislative election was marked by several controversies, including allegations of electoral fraud and voter suppression. The election was also criticized by opposition figures and international organizations, such as the European Union and the United States Department of State, which expressed concerns about the fairness and transparency of the electoral process. The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe also sent a team of observers to monitor the election, which reported several irregularities and violations of electoral law. The conduct of the election was also influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic in Russia, which led to changes in the electoral process and the use of mail-in voting.
Results
The results of the 2021 Russian legislative election saw United Russia emerge as the largest party, with 324 seats in the State Duma. The Communist Party of the Russian Federation came second, with 57 seats, followed by the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia with 21 seats and A Just Russia with 27 seats. Other parties that won seats in the election included New People and Russian Party of Pensioners for Social Justice. The results were announced by the Central Election Commission of Russia, which reported a turnout of 51.7% of eligible voters. The results were also covered by various media outlets, including BBC News, Al Jazeera, and Deutsche Welle.
Aftermath
The aftermath of the 2021 Russian legislative election saw the formation of a new government, with Mikhail Mishustin remaining as Prime Minister of Russia. The election also had significant implications for the country's relations with other nations, including the United States, China, and European Union member states. The results of the election were also seen as a significant victory for Vladimir Putin and the ruling United Russia party, which maintained its dominance of the State Duma. The election was also followed by a series of protests and demonstrations, led by opposition figures like Alexei Navalny and Vladimir Zhirinovsky, who disputed the results of the election and called for greater democratic reforms in Russia. The aftermath of the election was covered by various media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Le Monde.