Word: frolov
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...groups, prodding the parliament into action and blocking legislation that contradicted his vision of reform. In short, the new President would be the "iron hand" at the center advocated by both proponents and enemies of radical reform during the transition to a state governed by law. Pravda editor Ivan Frolov says "the idea of a presidential structure was born out of Gorbachev's personality . . . I would vote for Gorbachev with the assurance that he would be elected." But would Gorbachev run for the office as a Communist? Asked that question during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State James Baker...