Chrystia Freeland on Russia's Transition to Capitalism

Chrystia Freeland on Russia's Transition to Capitalism

vor 14 Jahren
Journalist Chrystia Freeland is the author of "Sale of The Century" which covers Russia's journey from communism to capitalism. The transition caused a huge drop in the standard of living for the average Russian but was also responsible for the birth of
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vor 14 Jahren
Journalist Chrystia Freeland is the author of "Sale of The Century" which covers Russia's journey from communism to capitalism. The transition caused a huge drop in the standard of living for the average Russian but was also responsible for the birth of the super-wealthy oligarchs, who were given control of the country's natural resources in return for their political support.
(Originally aired May 2005)
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