Schulmann (Ekaterina)

Ekaterina Schulmann, born 1978, is a renowned Russian political scientist specializing in legislative processes and decision-making in modern Russia. She has held academic positions at RANEPA and other institutions, gaining recognition for her insightful analyses of Russian politics. Schulmann served on Russia's Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights until 2019 and was labeled a "foreign agent" in 2022 after relocating to Berlin for a fellowship. Known for her popular YouTube channel and podcast "Unboxing Russia," Schulmann offers nuanced perspectives on Russia's political landscape despite facing governmental restrictions.Schulmann's trademark rhetoric style is characterized by clarity, intellectual rigor, humor and a calm, measured tone. This earned her widespread trust and popularity, especially among younger, educated Russians and international audiences.(ChatGPT, edited)