Wilson In the News
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A New Generation of Women is Challenging Iran’s Islamic Revolution (KCRW)
“For the first time in human history, you're beginning to see a counter revolution, ignited by women, led by women, in which women are the primary force. It's been remarkable. And whatever it’s faced, these protests will go down in history for the role of women.” -Wilson Center Distinguished Fellow Robin Wright
'Merchant of Death' Traded for Brittney Griner in Prison Swap (Fox)
“I don’t think President Putin understood who Brittney Griner was, I don’t think he understood the case.... I think he realized that he could get some leverage. But clearly Putin didn’t get all that he wanted either... I don’t think this was a political win for Putin. I don’t think it will even be mentioned in the Russian press.” -Kennan Institute Director Will Pomeranz
Classic Putin': Russia Expert on Leader's Visit to Damaged Crimean Bridge (CNN)
“This is classic Putin. ‘I’m strong, I’m out there, this is our bridge, we’re back in operation.’ And remember, this really is his bridge. He got the money for it, he gave the order to build it, it’s really very personal. And just look at that video—he's literally at the wheel, driving across. I think it’s a sign that he’s digging in his heels and this war is going to go on.” -Kennan Institute Fellow Jill Dougherty
Nepal's Ruling Coalition Has the Edge in Elections (Foreign Policy)
“With no one party earning a majority, intense horse-trading is underway in Kathmandu as the Nepali Congress works to cobble together a coalition, which could delay the formation of a new government.” -Read more from South Asia Program Director Michael Kugelman.
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