In this chapter you will read about a philosophical conflict of central importance to Russian history. Specifically, consider the following questions:
Is there a seminal event in the history of the United States (or your home country), the interpretation of which is fundamentally different for people of different ideological perspectives (e.g., the Vietnam War for Republicans and Democrats)? How does this play out in the political life of the United States or your home country today?
What do you know about contemporary Russian politicians’ perspectives on the place of Russia among nations to its west and east?
