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The Sochi Olympics

January 31, 2014

How important are the Sochi Olympics to Vladimir Putin and Russia? And with concerns about security dominating pre-games discussions, how concerned should we be about safety? Matt Rojansky discusses these questions and more with Wilson Center NOW host, John Milewski in the inaugural episode of our newest feature.

Guest

Matthew Rojansky

Matthew Rojansky

Distinguished Fellow, Kennan Institute;
President and CEO, U.S. Russia Foundation

Moderator

John Milewski

John Milewski

Director of Digital Programming; Moderator, Wilson Center NOW

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Kennan Institute

The Kennan Institute is the premier US center for advanced research on Russia and Eurasia and the oldest and largest regional program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. The Kennan Institute is committed to improving American understanding of Russia, Ukraine, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and the surrounding region though research and exchange. Read more

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