Published Oct 30, 2018
114: Michael McFaul | What It's Like to Stand Up to Putin
Michael McFaul, former US ambassador to Russia, offers an insider's perspective on the evolving role of ambassadors, the intricacies of US-Russia relations, and the strategic challenges of international diplomacy, including standing up to Putin and engaging with society through social media.

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