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They Chose Freedom: Film Screenings and Discussions with Vladimir Bukovsky

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They Chose Freedom: Film Screenings and Discussions with Vladimir Bukovsky

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On February 11 and 13, the Institute of Modern Russia organized two screenings of the documentary film They Chose Freedom. The screenings were followed by a discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky, one of the leading Soviet-era dissidents.

IMR Holds Conference on Corruption in the Sochi Olympics

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IMR Holds Conference on Corruption in the Sochi Olympics

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On January 30, the Institute of Modern Russia (IMR) held a conference entitled “Olympic Abuses: Russia Before the Sochi Games” at the National Press Club in Washington DC. At this forum, which featured representatives of the Russian opposition, IMR launched its new interactive online guide to corruption in the Sochi Olympics.

They Chose Freedom: The Story of Soviet Dissidents. Film Screening and Discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky (New York City)

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They Chose Freedom: The Story of Soviet Dissidents. Film Screening and Discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky (New York City)

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On February 11, 2014, the Institute of Modern Russia and the Harriman Institute will present the English-language version of They Chose Freedom, a documentary film on the history of the Soviet dissident movement. Following the screening, there will be a discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky, one of the leading Soviet-era dissidents.

They Chose Freedom: The Story of Soviet Dissidents. Film Screening and Discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky (Washington DC)

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They Chose Freedom: The Story of Soviet Dissidents. Film Screening and Discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky (Washington DC)

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On February 13, 2014, the Institute of Modern Russia and Freedom House will present the English-language version of They Chose Freedom, a documentary film on the history of the Soviet dissident movement. Following the screening, there will be a discussion with Vladimir Bukovsky, one of the leading Soviet-era dissidents.

IMR Participates in 45th ASEEES Convention

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IMR Participates in 45th ASEEES Convention

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From November 21 to November 24, the 45th Annual Convention for the Association of Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (ASEEES) was held in Boston. As part of the convention, IMR organized two panels and a roundtable.

A Decade of Injustice: IMR Exhibit on Capitol Hill

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A Decade of Injustice: IMR Exhibit on Capitol Hill

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On October 22, the Institute of Modern Russia, Freedom House, and the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice co-hosted an exhibit on Capitol Hill commemorating the tenth anniversary of the arrest of Mikhail Khodorkovsky, Russia’s most prominent political prisoner.

Putin’s “Postmodern Dictatorship” Discussed in Washington

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Putin’s “Postmodern Dictatorship” Discussed in Washington

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On October 15, prominent experts and politicians gathered in Washington DC to discuss recent political developments in Russia. The discussion was based on British researcher Peter Pomerantsev’s paper “Russia: A Postmodern Dictatorship.” The event was co-sponsored by the Institute of Modern Russia, the Legatum Institute, and the National Endowment for Democracy.

"A Decade of Injustice": Washington DC, October 22

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"A Decade of Injustice": Washington DC, October 22

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October 25 will mark the 10th anniversary behind bars for Russian political prisoner Mikhail Khodorkovsky. Please join us in Washington DC on October 22 as we recognize Khodorkovsky and highlight cases that have come to symbolize injustice in Russia.

The Random Prisoner: Vladimir Pereverzin Presents His Book in New York

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The Random Prisoner: Vladimir Pereverzin Presents His Book in New York

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On October 2, former political prisoner Vladimir Pereverzin presented his book entitled Hostage: The Story of a Yukos Manager at the Brooklyn Public Library in New York. The event was organized with the support of the Institute of Modern Russia.

“Hostage” To Be Presented in New York

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“Hostage” To Be Presented in New York

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On October 2nd, Vladimir Pereverzin, a former manager of Yukos Oil Company, will present his autobiographical book, “Hostage,” at the Brooklyn Public Library. The event is sponsored by the Institute of Modern Russia. The author will be introduced by IMR President Pavel Khodorkovsky.

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