Skip to content
The Times USA
Menu
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT
  • LIFESTYLE
  • NATIONAL NEWS
  • BUSINESS
  • INTERNATIONAL NEWS
  • TECHNOLOGY
  • PRICE OF BUSINESS SHOW AUDIOS
Menu

Former Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev Dies at 91, Leaving an Important Legacy

Posted on August 30, 2022August 30, 2022 by admin

Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbakov has died at 91. The former Soviet leader was born in a small village in Stavropol territory, in the south of Russia. After leaving power in 1991, he concentrated on his foundation, the Gorbachev Foundation. He also lost his wife, Raisa, to leukemia in 1999.

Mikhail Gorbachev’s policy of ‘glasnost’ enabled criticism of the party and the state

In the 1980s, the Soviet Union was in the midst of a period of political and economic reform. The reform, called Perestroika, was the brainchild of Mikhail Gorbachev. The socialist leader reformed the Soviet Union’s political and economic systems to encourage greater openness and transparency. In order to achieve this, he floated various constitutional reforms and introduced a new national parliament. This new body empowered citizens to directly elect their own representatives.

During this period, the Soviet Union embraced the principle of “glasnost” (which means openness) as a means to improve the country’s institutions. It allowed media exposure and public criticism, while also reducing censorship. It also provided a platform for Western cultural information to reach Soviet citizens.

It paved the way for a reduction in nuclear arms with the United States

Gorbachev’s policies led to the end of the Cold War, which brought about a renewed interest in arms control and bilateral relations. In December 1987, U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev signed the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, which required each nation to cut its nuclear arsenal by one-third.

This treaty aimed to reduce nuclear arsenals in three stages. The first stage focuses on reducing the number of strategic and intermediate-range nuclear weapons. The second stage focuses on short-range and tactical weapons. Both countries made a commitment to eliminating all nuclear weapons by the end of the century.

A powerful legacy of change

Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbakov has died at the age of 91. He was praised by many for bringing about reforms in the Soviet Union but was vilified by many at home for failing to bring about economic changes. Gorbachev was so unpopular that some questioned his qualifications as president of the country. His 1996 presidential bid was a flop, polling less than 1%. A tense period followed with rumors that he was resigning because of threats from the Communist Party.

Born in rural Russia, Mikhail Gorbachev’s early life was marred by poverty. His parents were peasants, who were forced to collect their land. He was raised in a village in the southern part of Russia. His childhood was filled with upheavals, including World War II and collectivization.

It changed the course of history

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last General Secretary of the Soviet Union, was a socialist thinker and a champion of human dignity, and even democracy. He had read almost all the books by D.H. Lawrence and was a fan of Tom Stoppard. After he stepped down from his position, he spent his time reading. He also enjoyed watching movies and going to see plays. One of his favorite films was “A Clockwork Orange.”

Gorbachev changed the history of the Soviet Union in several ways. First of all, it made the transition of power from the CPSU to a democratically elected body more rapid and smooth. The Soviet Union’s monopoly on political power was abolished, and other political parties were legalized. Of course, all of that is very vulnerable under Putin, but Gorbachev made a tremendous difference at the time.  His impact may have been the most significant of any world leader in the second half of the 20th Century.

You Might Also Like...

  • How to Consume the News During the Coronavirus

    Kevin Price, Host of the nationally syndicated Price of Business Show recently discussed...  Watching, reading,…

  • Crunch Time for NAFTA 2.0

    Prompt ratification of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is critical to North America — and…

  • Best Technology Gifts For Fitness Fanatics

    Fitness and healthy well-being have become very popular during recent times with many consumers wanting…

  • Institut Curie (Cancer and Institut Curie)

    Cancer is the second leading cause of death all over the globe. In 2018, The…

  • The Royals Have a New Baby to Celebrate

    FROM US DAILY REVIEW, A MEDIA PARTNER OF THE TIMES USA AND A MEMBER OF…

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

VIDEO: This Week’s Best of our Network

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de35FQzRYQE

GDPR Compliance

USABR does not collect data on its visitors.  For more information visit: https://www.usabusinessradio.com/contact-us/

Contact

Contact articles@usabusinessradio.net for more information on articles on this site. BMuyco@usabusinessradio.net for all other information.

Recent Articles

  • Fuel Management Strategies for Multi-Vehicle Fleets
  • PR Is Still Key for Growing Companies, but It’s Changed
  • How QA and Cybersecurity Combine To Build Trustworthy Digital Products
  • A Strategic Approach to Succession Planning: Maintaining Your Corporate Culture and Operational Efficiency During a Succession
  • Leadership Flow

Also in TTUSA

  • Unleashing the Giant Within: Overcoming Playing Small
  • Break Free From Anxiety– Powerful Strategies for Today’s Chaotic World
  • How Frank Is Making America Grind Again
  • Live-In Care for Disabled Adults – Your Calling?
  • How to Consume the News During the Coronavirus

RSS The Daily Blaze

  • Frivolous Lawsuits Undercut Press Freedom
  • Tragedy in Flash Flood Alley: A Wake-Up Call for Government Preparedness
  • The Largely Unreported Example of Bipartisanship on a Major AI Legislation
  • Media Fumbles Epstein Coverage, Distracts With Partisan Spin
  • A Renaissance for Nuclear Energy in the United States

RSS USA Business Radio

  • Need Help Navigating Long Term Care? Start With Your Long Term Care Insurance Specialist
  • Knowing Your Worth in PR
  • Deregulation by Firing? Silence Surrounds Deadly Floods and NWS Layoffs
  • Looking for Investment Opportunities in Every Economy
  • Broadcasting Business Influence. On Air and In Print

RSS USA Daily Times

  • Luxury Travel as a High-Impact Investment
  • The Smartest Way To Scale ServiceNow: People, Not Just Platform
  • Where Price Meets Prestige: A First-Class Travel Experience
  • Luxury Travel in Hawaii and the South Pacific
  • Sail the World and Write Your Travel Story

RSS USA Daily Chronicles.

  • Fortify Your Front Door With the Right Lock
  • David H. Souter, Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Dies at 85
  • 3 Enlightened Things You Need To Know if You Feel Like You’re Losing Your Mind
  • Let’s Prevent Child Abuse Every Month
  • Bringing Resilience and Simplicity Into Life With MS

RSS Price of Business

  • The Importance of Regular Plumbing Inspections at a Business
  • Leading Business Authority Answers Listeners Questions on Navigating Tariffs
  • Are Russian Sanctions Working When Oil Exports Use Shadow Vessels
  • “Climate Change” and more on PriceofBusiness.com: Latest Guest Posts & Articles for July 11th 2025
  • Reviewing the Impact of Climate Change on Shipping Routes

RSS US Daily Review

  • Leading Business Authority Answers Listeners Questions on Navigating Tariffs
  • Jenny Lyon’s Commentary Feature on the Price of Business Digital Network
  • Promise and Pushback: The Debate Over the Big Beautiful Bill
  • What’s the Deal With Musk’s “America Party?”
  • The Fit That Matters

PoB Digital Network

US Daily Review

USA Business Radio

USA Daily Chronicles

USA Daily Times

The Daily Blaze

The Times USA

Price of Business

© 2025 The Times USA | Powered by Superbs Personal Blog theme