Video

The Struggle for Free Speech in Russia

May 15, 2018

The Russian government remains widely criticized for its record on human rights, freedom of speech, and freedom of assembly. With the fourth inauguration of Vladimir Putin having taken place earlier this month, Kennan Institute Fellow Marina Agaltsova discusses whether progress is being made in protecting these rights for Russian citizens, or if we should anticipate even more restrictions.

Guests

Marina Agaltsova

Former Galina Starovoitova Fellow on Human Rights and Conflict Resolution;
Attorney at Law, Human Rights Center "Memorial"

John Milewski

Director of Digital Programming; Moderator, Wilson Center NOW

Hosted By

Kennan Institute

The Kennan Institute is the premier U.S. 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, and the region through research and exchange. Read more