Russian Community In The U.S. Faces Backlash As War Wages On

The video discusses the backlash faced by a business named 'Taste of Russia' due to its name amidst the ongoing conflict involving Russia. The business owner, a Ukrainian-born Jew, changed the name to 'International Food' to avoid further criticism. The video highlights the historical context of the Soviet Union and the current divisions among Russian-speaking immigrants. It also addresses the discrimination faced by individuals for speaking Russian and the rise of anti-Russian sentiment, drawing parallels to the post-9/11 backlash against Muslims. The video concludes with the business owner's fear of potential threats becoming a reality.

Why did the business owner in Brooklyn change the name of their store?

• To reflect a change in ownership

• To avoid negative attention due to its association with Russia

• To attract more customers

• To expand the business internationally

What challenge does Pablo Den Kanish face in Brighton Beach?

• Difficulty in finding a job

• Lack of access to Russian media

• Discrimination for speaking Russian

• Inability to learn Ukrainian

What is a common misconception about people who speak Russian, according to the transcript?

• They are not educated

• They are all from Russia

• They support the Russian government

• They cannot speak other languages

What historical event does Professor Bradley Woodworth compare the current anti-Russian sentiment to?

• The backlash against the Muslim community after 9/11

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The Vietnam War

• The Cold War

What does Professor Woodworth predict about the future of anti-Russian sentiment?

• It will quickly dissipate

• It will likely continue to rise

• It will remain the same

• It will only affect the United States