There has been some discussion about how Putin's invasion of Ukraine will impact his popularity at home. His answer may be "I don't care". As long as he continues to rig elections, as has has likely done in the past, and controls the security apparatus, he has little to fear. He can't be voted out of office and any protests, should they arise, will be met with a swift crack down, and the arrest or untimely demise, accidental or otherwise, of its leaders. His position is secure as long has he can continue to pay those he needs to carry out his orders. Given his control over the state coffers, that looks unlikely to change any time soon.
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