The Volga Tatars under Russian domination

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The essay examines Tatarstan's declaration of sovereignty in 1990 and its subsequent moderate national policy within the Russian Federation. It highlights Tatarstan's role as a model for other national republics, emphasizing the constitutional guarantee of sovereignty that could end centuries of Russian dominance. This shift in political dynamics is compared to the early attempts at independent statehood following the Revolution, illustrating Tatarstan's unique position in the broader context of Russian politics and national identity.