Putin hints at scenario to retain power - by Sergei L. Loiko and David Holley
Russian President Vladimir V. Putin indicated Monday that he might retain political influence when he steps down next year as required under the constitution by instead serving as prime minister. Putin also agreed Monday to head the pro-Putin United Russia party's list of candidates in December parliamentary elections, lending his considerable popularity to the already dominant party's efforts to win a commanding majority.
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