
Timothy Frye
Timothy Frye is a leading scholar in the field of political science, focusing on post-Soviet politics and authoritarianism. His research addresses how autocrats balance the need for public support with the risks of revealing dissent, providing a nuanced understanding of the strategies employed by leaders like Putin to maintain their grip on power.
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Timothy Frye noted that autocrats face a common dilemma regarding election fraud and its implications for their power.
Diktatoriaus paradoksas: tai – Vladimiro Putino skydas ir silpniausioji vieta15min – major Lithuanian news website·
Lithuania· 2026-09-21
Frye summarizes the challenges faced by autocrats in demonstrating their strength.
Oriente Occidente di Rampini | Il «dilemma del dittatore», perché Putin ha bisogno di un test elettorale?Corriere della Sera·
Italy· 2026-09-20










