Shedding the past: Moslem republics challenge Communist rule

Article Abstract:

Opposition movements in Tadzhikistan and other parts of Soviet Central Asia are threatening the Communist Party's monopoly of power. These republics, whose populations are largely Muslim, are beset with economic problems that help to fuel the pro-democracy, pro-Islam movement.

Russia, Turkmenistan, Muslims, Tajikistan, Central Asia, Uzbekistan, Muslims in Soviet Union, Russian S.F.S.R.

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A house of cards

Article Abstract:

By voting for independence, Ukraine has contributed to the disintegration of the old Soviet Union. The country continues to struggle with its transition from a state-owned economy to one based on private property and private enterprise.

Ukraine, Free enterprise, Zhirinovsky, Vladimir, Kravchuk, Leonid

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Death of a dream

Article Abstract:

The emergence of a new political structure in the Soviet Union will take time. Until it is complete, the breakaway republics and people face difficult economic conditions. Analyses of the effects are presented.

Self-determination, National, National self determination

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