Alex Ovechkin on appearing in Putin campaign video: ‘I support my country’
What to know about Alex Ovechkin on appearing in Putin campaign video: ‘I support my country’
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin stood by his participation in a video for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s political party, and said he will live in his home country, Russia, when he is done playing.
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What happened
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin stood by his participation in a video for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s political party, and said he will live in his home country, Russia, when he is done playing.
Why it matters
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Common ground
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Perspective signals
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Follow-up questions
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