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Evolution of the Homo Sovieticus

An Exercise in Disbelief

Pseudoscientific Genius

Demanding a Miracle

A Superfluous Instrument

Chained to the Land

Pining for a Pampered Past

Wanted: a Dictator

Heartfelt Business

The Engineers of Destruction

Juvenile Delusions

The Piety of Soil and Spirit

Faith in Serendipity

The Soul on the Sleeve

July 29, 2008
Digging the Gold
By Anthony Johnston
Russia Profile

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Sacred Ties

Knot of Independence

Aiding and Abetting Conflict Resolution

Wining and Complaining

Amid the preparations for the Beijing Olympics, the only real prognosis is that Russian athletes will be showered with financial rewards and perks when they return home, provided they bring back the booty to show for it. It is a sign that sports in Russia, including the athletes themselves, are in good hands.

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