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Glasnost

Definition

Glasnost is a Russian word meaning "openness". It was a policy introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev that encouraged transparency and freedom of speech within the Soviet Union.

Related terms

Censorship: The suppression or prohibition of any parts of books, films, news, etc. that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security. Glasnost was a move away from this practice in the Soviet Union.

Democratization: The transition to a more democratic political regime. Glasnost can be seen as part of Gorbachev's efforts towards democratization.

Propaganda: Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view. The policy of glasnost aimed at reducing the use of propaganda by promoting openness and transparency.

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