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Bitter Blow to Free Speech in Russia: Pussy Riot Convicted
Two years imprisonment in a penal colony for members of the punk rock band Pussy Riot is a bitter blow to free speech in Russia.
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Amnesty International and CBGB, Legendary Music Club, Join Forces to Increase Pressure on Russian Authorities to Free Pussy Riot
The world-renowned New York music club and Amnesty International have joined in the fight for Pussy Riot. as repression in Russia threatens free expression everywhere.
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Time is Running Out for Pussy Riot
A verdict could come August 17 for the members of Pussy Riot who face 3 years in prison for performing a song critical of President Putin.
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United Kingdom’s Cameron Must Raise Critical Issues with Russia’s Putin in Meeting Today
Amnesty International calls on United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron to confront Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Pussy Riot trial and action on Syria.
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Amnesty International USA Expresses Deep Concerns Over Russia’s Increasing Crackdown on Free Speech and Expression
It appears that President Putin and his buddies not only detest punk music and the vital services provided by NGOs, but the very act of dissent itself.
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Pussy Riot Faces Moscow Court as Amnesty Rallies in DC
The incarceration and trial of three young women of Pussy Riot indicate a troubling shift in Russia toward a more repressive and intolerant society.
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Sting Joins Amnesty International in Condemning Russia’s Treatment of Pussy Riot Musicians
The world-renowned performing artist calls the continued custody of 3 members of the punk rock group "appalling."
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Russia Implored to Release ‘Pussy Riot’ Group Following Court Ruling Prolonging Detention
Members of the Russian punk band 'Pussy Riot' have been jailed for six more months after performing an anti-Putin protest song in a church.
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Russia: Where a Punk Rock Performance Could Land You in Prison
Three members of the feminist punk rock band 'Pussy Riot' could spend 7 years in prison after a Moscow performance.
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Amnesty International Demands Russia Release Punk Singers Detained Following Church Performance
Amnesty International today demanded that Russia immediately release three young women arrested for allegedly singing a protest song that criticizes both the Orthodox Church and Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.