Most influential dissidents, Yashin and Kara-Murza, gained credibility by speaking out from Russian prisons, exchanged with Pivovarov and others supporting civil society post-release.
Release of dissidents sparks optimism for the opposition; Yashin expressed regret over leaving Russia post-exchange, feeling it diminished the impact of his words from prison.
Kara-Murza's Pulitzer-winning commentary from prison in The Washington Post elevates his and others' unifying power. A fragmented opposition seeks to capitalize on their newfound freedom for change within Russia.
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