3: Bill Browder | Hunted by Putin

Fighting Back

Bill Browder's relentless battle against Vladimir Putin's regime is akin to a modern-day David versus Goliath. Despite facing threats of death, kidnapping, and legal challenges, he remains undeterred in his quest for justice 1. Browder's courage is evident as he recounts his experiences of being constantly surveilled and defamed by the Russian government. He shares, "There’s probably 250 people working inside the Russian government at any given time with the sole project of trying to destroy me every which way they can" 1. His determination to fight back, even when faced with such formidable opposition, is both inspiring and daunting.

   

Interpol Threats

The use of Interpol Red Notices by Russia against Bill Browder highlights the lengths to which the regime will go to silence dissent. These notices, essentially international arrest warrants, pose a constant threat to his freedom and safety 2. Browder's resolve to fight back stems from a deep sense of responsibility and shame for the losses incurred by his investors. He explains, "It was really my sense of responsibility for everybody else. And the deep shame that I felt and the disappointment people had in me that I felt like I needed to write this situation" 3. This drive to correct past wrongs fuels his ongoing battle against the oppressive tactics used by the Russian government.