Marina Solodkin
Politician and academic
Born
1952
74 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Israel
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An academic and politician from Russia and Israel, contributed to educational and political discourse. Served in the Israeli Knesset representing the Israel BaAliyah party. Engaged in issues related to immigration and integration policies, particularly focusing on the needs of new immigrants from the former Soviet Union. Additionally, held various academic positions at universities, contributing to the fields of education and social science.
Served in the Israeli Knesset
Focused on immigration policies
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