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Expel Russia from world cup

How to kick Russia out of world sports

              On February 28th, the FIFA council, governing body of world soccer, suspended Russia from participating in international soccer matches, including the upcoming World Cup. This was after intense pressure from Western governments to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Read news coverage here.               FIFA initially hesitated to take this step, citing its …

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Boycotts May Do More Harm Than Good

               Boycotts and sanctions against human rights violators is a common tactic to bring about change. Refusing to purchase abusers’ products seems like a simple, practical way even an individual can make a difference. Economic sanctions are also usually one of the most attractive means countries have of pressuring other nations. Sanctions seem far better …

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