FAQ About Mikhail Gorbachev
What were glasnost and perestroika?
Glasnost and perestroika were revolutionary policies introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev during his leadership of the Soviet Union. Glasnost means 'openness' and referred to increased transparency in government institutions and a reduction in censorship. Perestroika means 'restructuring' and was aimed at reforming the Soviet economic and political systems, allowing more market-like practices and a decentralization of economic controls.
