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The aim is to understand the political apathy of young Russian speakers in Latvia and its roots in state interaction.

March 21, 2026Europe Asia StudiesOpen Access

‘Keep the Tongue Behind Seven Seals’: The Impact of Latvia’s Ethnocratic Democracy on Russian-Speaking Youth

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The aim is to understand the political apathy of young Russian speakers in Latvia and its roots in state interaction.
Analyzed the concept of agonistic pluralism by Mouffe
Explored the experiences of Russophone high school students
Examined the impact of Latvia's nation-building policies since 1991
Political apathy is seen as a conscious act by the youth
Young Russophones feel marginalised and disillusioned by the state
A tendency to adopt a 'good Russian' identity emerges among these students

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This article explains political apathy among Russian-speaking youth in Latvia, suggesting disillusionment stems from ethnocentric policies.

Lena Hercberga (2026) studied this question.

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This article explains political apathy among Russian-speaking youth in Latvia, suggesting disillusionment stems from ethnocentric policies.