[McGruff]

In office less than nine years and plagued by severe health problems, Mr. Yeltsin added a final chapter to his historical record when, in a stunning coup at the close of the 20th century, he announced his resignation, and became the first Russian leader to relinquish power on his own in accordance with constitutional processes. He then turned over the reins of office to his handpicked successor, Vladimir V. Putin.

Thanks alot Yeltsin.

[GeronL]

Yeltsin’s biggest mistake, obviously

[Reaganite Republican]

I think Yeltsin was forced to appoint one of the former KGB clique or they would jail him for corruption along with a dozen or so oligarchs once they forced a coup

Yeltsin was a zombie by the late 90s, and he has no KGB background... imho it was forced upon him