Bill Browder

Bill Browder, CEO of Hermitage Capital Management and a prominent human rights advocate, discusses the precarious state of peace negotiations regarding Ukraine. He delves into Trump’s hardline stance on a deal and Ukraine’s refusal to compromise on territory. The conversation highlights geopolitical tensions and risks of U.S. pressure on Europe, coupled with insights on the Conservative Party's internal strategizing in the UK. Browder brings sharp analysis on how these dynamics shape international relations and domestic political landscapes.

Join Sir Bill Browder, a political activist and investor renowned for his role in the Magnitsky Act, as he dives deep into the intricate geopolitics surrounding Ukraine. He discusses how utilizing Russia's frozen assets could shift the tide in the war and explains why Putin might reject any peace proposals from Trump. Browder also examines the potential fallout from the Assad regime's downfall, suggesting that it could expose weaknesses in Russia's military might, further complicating the conflict in Ukraine.

Jenn White, host of 1A and a skilled journalist from NPR, speaks with Bill Browder, a financier and human rights advocate known for his stand against Russian corruption. They dive into the rising cyber threats from China and Russia, highlighting strategic attacks targeting U.S. interests. Browder emphasizes the urgent need for global support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian aggression and discusses complex geopolitical dynamics, including military aid and the future of NATO. This conversation reveals the pressing challenges both governments and nations face in cyberspace.

Robin Wright, a New Yorker journalist specializing in foreign affairs, and Vali Nasr, a Middle Eastern politics professor, analyze escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the aftermath of targeted killings of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. They discuss the potential for regional warfare involving Iran and U.S. involvement to de-escalate the conflict. Additionally, Bill Browder shares insights on the largest prisoner swap between Russia and the West since the Cold War, revealing the complexities of international negotiations.

Bill Browder, an American-born British financier and fierce critic of Putin, dives deep into the tangled web of power underpinning Russia's current regime. He outlines Putin's rise to power and his uneasy relationship with oligarchs, revealing the corruption that fuels this dynamic. Browder discusses the Western response to the Ukraine conflict and challenges the effectiveness of sanctions, questioning the real objectives behind the prolonged warfare. He emphasizes the complex geopolitical chess game, where financial control often outweighs ideology.

Bill Browder, a former investment fund manager and critic of Russian corruption, shares his extraordinary journey from success in post-Soviet Russia to being targeted by Putin. He recounts chilling encounters, including a near-arrest in Spain linked to his activism. Browder discusses the harrowing story of Sergei Magnitsky and the global push for the Magnitsky Act. The conversation also delves into the clash between communism and capitalism, highlighting the dangers of unregulated financial systems and the ongoing fight for human rights amid geopolitical tensions.

Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a history professor and expert on authoritarianism, joins Tom Nichols, a political commentator on democracy, to dissect the dangerous rhetoric impacting voters today. Bill McKibben highlights Hurricane Milton's devastating effects, linking climate change to extreme weather. Jasmine Crockett discusses gender-gap strategies in politics, while Mary Ziegler addresses the implications of criminalizing pregnancy post-Roe. Ta-Nehisi Coates explores storytelling and systemic injustice, underscoring the urgent need for civic engagement and truth in our political discourse.

Few people know more about Vladimir Putin than Bill Browder. Browder, an investor and political activist, is the architect of the Magnitsky Act, which allows the US government to sanction foreign nationals who have perpetrated human rights abuses. One of Browder’s key allies in the passage of the Magnitsky Act was a fellow activist named Vladimir Kara-Murza. Kara-Murza is now imprisoned in a Russian jail. Browder joins Preet to discuss Kara-Murza’s case and Putin’s war on his political opponents.References & Supplemental Materials: Bill Browder, “My Friend Vladimir Kara-Murza Is the Political Prisoner Putin Fears Most,” TIME, 6/10/23 S.712 — Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act Bill Browder, “Freezing Order,” Simon & Schuster, 2021 Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.For analysis of recent legal news, try the CAFE Insider membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider. Check out other CAFE shows Now & Then and Up Against the Mob.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Bill Browder, a financier turned anti-corruption campaigner who challenged Putin after making his fortune in post-Soviet Russia, discusses the urgent need for NATO support to protect Ukraine. He highlights Putin's mafia-like tactics and the disparity in military resources. Browder emphasizes the necessity of continued U.S. military aid and suggests using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense. He also reflects on the geopolitical implications of the conflict, including the complexities of future U.S. foreign policy and human rights advocacy.