nationalism
He had 2 'famous' policies that reformed the Soviet Union. Glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring).
with enthusiasm.
He wanted to help ease the economic problems of his country.
introducing the policies of perestroika and glasnost
because the soviet economy was in serious trouble
Gorbachev adopted the policies of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) in the 1980s to reform the Soviet system, address economic stagnation, improve transparency, and increase political freedoms. He sought to modernize the USSR and create a more efficient and responsive government.
True.
Glasnost and perestroika
Under Glasnost, Soviet people could criticize the system without being punished.Under Perestroika, Gorbachev loosened government control and moved the economy toward capitalism.
Love
Gorbachev's popularity was damaged by his failure to revive the Soviet economy, leading to widespread shortages and a decline in living standards. Politically, his policies of glasnost and perestroika led to increased dissent and calls for independence from Soviet republics, weakening central authority and the perception of his leadership.