One of the key figures in the Russian opposition, Lyubov Sobol has encountered many of the well-known experiences of Russia’s political life: from electoral campaigns and street protests to hunger strikes and criminal trials. For many people, she represents the new generation of Russian leaders, which has a vision for the country’s future, but faces insurmountable obstacles on the path to public office. In her talk, Lyubov Sobol shared her experience as an independent politician and discussed what developments one can expect in Russian domestic politics in the run-up to the September 2021 elections and beyond.

Speaker:
Lyubov Sobol - Russian Political and Public Figure; Lawyer, Anti-Corruption Foundation; Producer, Navalny LIVE YouTube Channel

Moderator:
Matthew Rojansky - Director, Kennan Institute

06/02/2021 - Forging a New Path in Russian Politics: A Conversation with Lyubov Sobol [Russian]

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06/02/2021 - Forging a New Path in Russian Politics: A Conversation with Lyubov Sobol [Russian]

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