Freedom of Expression:  Pussy Riot in Russia
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Freedom of Expression: Pussy Riot in Russia

2012-08-24
Today Gordon Barnes and Jim Hutchings discuss events in Russia since the arrest, detention, and trial of three feminist punk rockers.  "Pussy Riot" performed a song critical of Vladimir Putin in an Orthodox Christian cathedral and was sentenced to two years in prison for "hooliganism".  Their treatment has sparked outrage both in Russia and around the world.  They also touch on other Human Rights issues and upcoming events for Regina's Amnesty International Group 91.
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