Imprisoned Russian oligarchs son says his father has new hope

The transcript discusses the speaker's father, who has gained new hope not tied to legal processes but to Russia's civil society. It highlights the evolving US-Russia relations, especially after Obama's reelection, and critiques the US reset policy. The speaker mentions changes in communication with their father, now in a penal colony, and expresses concerns about returning home due to potential political implications.

What is the source of the speaker's father's new hope?

• Legal processes

• A potential presidential pardon

• Reawakening of Russia's civil society

• Support from the United States

How does the speaker view the US reset policy towards Russia?

• As a policy that strengthened US-Russia relations

• As a successful strategy

• As a policy that lacks nuance

• As a necessary approach

What significant change occurred for the speaker's father after his transfer to a penal colony?

• He was allowed to use a public phone

• He was released from prison

• He received a presidential pardon

• He was moved closer to his family

Why is the speaker hesitant to return to Russia?

• Fear of being used against his father

• Lack of interest in returning

• No longer has family in Russia

• Believes it is unsafe to travel

What does Mr. Putin reportedly want from the speaker's father?

• A public apology

• An admission of guilt

• A promise to leave politics

• A written statement of support