Country Studies US
Country Studies: Russia: Gorbachev's Reform Dilemma
An excellent article describing the Russian legislature (Congress of People's Deputies). Explains how and why this government instution was created. Also examines the various groups and factions which comprised this legislative body.
Geographic
Workmall: Russia: Gorbachev's Reform Dilemma
This site discusses the opposition that Gorbachev's political reforms met and how a multiparty system evolved.