Putin Ruined Gorbachev's Legacy, Stent Says

The video discusses Mikhail Gorbachev's legacy, contrasting his perception in the West as a hero with his controversial reputation in Russia, where he is seen as responsible for the Soviet Union's collapse. Angela Stent explains the chaotic end of the Soviet Union and how Boris Yeltsin's actions led to the formation of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The discussion also covers how Vladimir Putin has reversed many of Gorbachev's reforms, impacting his legacy. Gorbachev's views on Crimea's annexation and the Ukraine conflict are also explored, highlighting his complex relationship with Putin.

How is Mikhail Gorbachev's legacy viewed differently in Russia compared to the West?

• As a hero in the West but blamed for the Soviet collapse in Russia

• As a hero in Russia but blamed for the Soviet collapse in the West

• As a villain in both regions

• As a hero in both regions

What was one of the main issues with the end of the Soviet Union?

• It was a well-planned transition

• It was a chaotic and unplanned process

• It was supported by all Soviet republics

• It was a peaceful transition

What did Boris Yeltsin and other leaders create that overtook the Soviet Union?

• The European Union

• The Warsaw Pact

• The Commonwealth of Independent States

• The United Nations

How did Vladimir Putin affect Gorbachev's legacy?

• By enhancing the freedoms Gorbachev introduced

• By maintaining Gorbachev's democratic progress

• By undoing many of Gorbachev's reforms

• By ignoring Gorbachev's policies

What was Gorbachev's stance on the annexation of Crimea?

• He opposed it strongly

• He supported it, viewing Crimea as Russian

• He had no opinion on it

• He believed it should remain Ukrainian