Redefining Russia: Putin’s Agenda

Does Vladimir Putin have an ideology? And if so, what does it tell us about his goals for Russia? Whatever Putin’s agenda or the ideas that drive it, Russian aggression in Ukraine has stirred up tensions not seen since the Cold War in ways that are redefining Russia and its relations with its neighbors and the world. Veteran journalist turned scholar, Jill Dougherty, returned from a recent trip to Russia and provides insights into the developing situation. That’s the focus of this edition of Wilson Center NOW.