Soviet Economic Collapse
Greg discusses the dire state of the Soviet economy in the late 1980s, emphasizing that without drastic changes, a collapse was imminent. He notes that while many indicators were failing, alcohol consumption remained stable, highlighting the population's discontent. Despite misjudging the specifics of a coup, the insights provided significant warnings to policymakers about the impending crisis in the Soviet Union.In this clip
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Inside the DIA, Episode 2: An Interview with DIA Historian Greg Elder
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