On this AEI Events Podcast, Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) joins AEI’s Leon Aron for the release of “To Have and to Hold: Putin’s Quest for Control in the Former Soviet Empire,” (AEI 2018), detailing the military, political, economic, and social vulnerabilities of six of Russia’s neighboring countries. Following opening remarks, a panel of experts weigh-in to address looming implications for US and European policy.

On the eve of his reelection, President Vladimir Putin has the world wondering what the political, diplomatic, and military fallout could be for the near future. Will the near-stagnant economy, Western sanctions, and diplomatic pressure lead to a more restrained Russian foreign policy? Or will Putin continue an aggressive, interventionist track to bolster his popularity at home? If aggression against post-Soviet states is key to Putin’s search for legitimacy, which countries are most at risk?

Leon Aron and Seth Moulton begin the conversation (1:01), audience Q&A (22:29), the panel discussion begins (30:50), and audience Q&A for the panel (1:11:01).

This event took place on March 14, 2018.

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