Marina Solodkin

Politician and academic

Marina Solodkin - Leaders & Politicians born 1952
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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