What is another word for Mikhail Gorbachev?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪka͡ɪl ɡˈɔːbɐʃˌɛv] (IPA) 
Mikhail Gorbachev was a prominent political figure in the Soviet Union during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Synonyms that could be used to describe him include "former Soviet leader," "reformer," "statesman," "perestroika architect," and "glasnost advocate." Gorbachev was known for his efforts to modernize the Soviet Union and for his advocacy of greater openness and transparency in government. He is also credited with playing a key role in ending the Cold War and improving relations between the Soviet Union and the United States. Despite his controversial legacy, Gorbachev remains an important figure in the history of Russian politics.
