here and now №1 09.09.1999 (1999)

The main topic of the issue: the upcoming elections of the governor of the Leningrad region.

Gustov and Zubkov are candidates for the post of governor.

They share their election programs, discuss differences and similarities in their positions, and talk about the progress of the election campaign.

Particular emphasis is placed on the program for economic development of the region. V. Zubkov and V. Gustov talk about the large number of candidates for the post of governor (19 people are running) and assume that these will be the "dirtiest elections" in the history of the Leningrad region.

The problematic issue of self-determination of the Caucasian republics (Chechnya, Dagestan, etc.) is raised.

The candidates express their positions.