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.

What reasons do people give for boycotting the store mentioned in the text?

How did the owner of the store feel about the criticism they received?

What changes did the Ukrainian-born Jew make to his business name, and why?

What parallels does Professor Bradley Woodworth draw between current anti-Russian sentiment and past events?

What concerns do the individuals express regarding the potential threats to their businesses?