Saturday was the first large-scale political protests in the city since we arrived. It's a difficult time for Democratic organizers in Russia who face constant oppression from the current government.
Here's the NYTimes article from today's paper
Former Chess Champion Is Detained at March in Moscow
By ANDREW E. KRAMER and MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ
Published: April 15, 2007
Garry Kasparov, the former chess champion, was arrested during a rally that ended in clashes with riot troops.
Best,
Carolyn
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Carolyn,
Blessings on this part of the journey. Take care, Charisse
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