Yes, many people don't realize the role (as you mention) that the collapse of the economy in the USSR lead to their overall collapse.
So many here in America like usual think we made the difference in bringing down the USSR. Those who nearly worship Ronald Reagan think he single handedly brought about the end of the Soviet empire.
Hardly any credit is given to Gorbachev and the desire of the Russian people for change. And certainly many don't even know the shape of the economy during those years in the USSR.
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So many here in America like usual think we made the difference in bringing down the USSR. Those who nearly worship Ronald Reagan think he single handedly brought about the end of the Soviet empire.
Hardly any credit is given to Gorbachev and the desire of the Russian people for change. And certainly many don't even know the shape of the economy during those years in the USSR.
Great post.