Teddy bears: the Russian people are in no mood for conflict, which ought to ease NATO expansion.

From: National Review | Date: September 1, 1997| Author: | Copyright information

The demise of the Soviet Union changed Russia profoundly, and the war with Chechnya disturbed the Russian people. The results of a survey of Russians on their views regarding war show that they are seeking peace. NATO expansion and domestic problems in Russia are discussed.

Mr. Rose is professor of public policy at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. His latest book is How Russia Votes, co-authored with Stephen White and Ian McAllister.

TO ANYONE who knows the past half-century of European history, the idea that Russia is a peace-loving nation is hardly plausible. The whole idea ...

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