Karrie J. Koesel, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Oregon

What is the nature of religious-state relations in contemporary Russia and China -- two countries that share a long history of religious repression and state-sponsored atheism, but also have experienced a recent and significant resurgence of religiosity? This talk explores patterns of cooperation and conflict between religious and autocratic state actors, how the two sides negotiate the terms of their relationship, and the political and economic consequence of their interaction. Organized by the Institute on Culture, Religion & World Affairs at Boston University; sponsored by the Luce Foundation.