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Odesa-born dissident turned arch-manipulator who helped create Putin’s new Russia
A glimpse into the entourage behind Putin is a milestone for Russian journalism
A wave of younger, loyal officials does not necessarily spell change
Russian rail chief shunted off to enclave while Kremlin spokesman weathers storm
Result is forcing people to face up to politics after years
Political reawakening will now take new forms
Persona behind closed doors becoming same as public face
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