article_snippet: " Because total surveillance and control has become routine -- like it was in the Soviet Union.
article_snippet: There is a growing level of censorship, inequality and political repression of those who don't agree with the government.
article_snippet: Significant changes have also taking place in the most basic of rights, like freedom of movement.
article_snippet: Many doctors and teachers were greatly dissatisfied with wage cuts, but no one protested because in Russia, you must obtain permission for a public assembly.
article_snippet: Of course, permission is mostly given to people or organizations loyal to The Kremlin.
highlights_snippet: Life under total surveillance and control now the norm in Crimea, says writer .
  