At home , the frustrations that fueled the demonstrations two years ago have not gone away , just lost a focus . Two years ago , Vladimir Putin was in trouble , with widespread corruption and falling ratings . Daniel Treisman says Putin 's fortunes have rebounded as the Sochi Olympics approach . Putin 's ratings are up and he 's had success in international issues , Treisman says . Treisman : Putin faces problems with economic growth , and his luck could run out .
Two years ago , Vladimir Putin was in trouble , with widespread corruption and falling ratings . Daniel Treisman says Putin 's fortunes have rebounded as the Sochi Olympics approach . Putin 's ratings are up and he 's had success in international issues , Treisman says . Treisman : Putin faces problems with economic growth , and his luck could run out .