Russians face unique, total cultural rejection

Published March 8, 2022 5:40pm ET



Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sparked a uniquely widespread global rejection of all things Russian — going far beyond the aggression shown to other groups whose radicals or leaders have taken innocent lives.

International competitions have blocked Russian athletes, stores have tossed Russian-branded vodka, museums are pulling their Russian art, and restaurants are being vandalized.

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