Russia
Still emerging from the shadow of Communism or a hotbed of opportunity for Capitalists who show up early?
Corruption piggybacks on capitalism as Russian entrepreneurs balance profits and protection from organized crime.
Can Vladimir Putin bring stability, democratic institutions and world status to Russia even if he is still an autocrat?
Capitalism, not for the faint of heart.
No one can be certain about Russia's economic future, but here are the factors to weigh — and the reasons those old-time Marxists are spinning in the crypts.





