A Russian Cleric who was staunchly anti-women's rights has died at the age of 69. His views perhaps signal a shift in the views of the country as a whole.
This article prompted by the death of well known Russian Neo-Nazi Maxim Martsinkevich goes into the story of the far right extremist, tracing his indoctrination to his presence in nationalist groups ending with his suicide in prison. Political groups and their leaders, especially ones like this with violent and hateful attitudes that gained significant popularity (or virality) represent the furthest boundaries of cultural identity and provide meaningful insight into contemporary Russia.
