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Location
Brooklyn, NYUSA
Hometown
New York
Meetup member since
April 5, 2006
Birthday
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Janis is a member of Prague Spring, NYC Chapter

Member of this Meetup Group since
October 23, 2007
Title
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Introduction
My country of origin is Latvia and I arrived in NYC in 2001. Raised in former Soviet Union and exposed to western way of life later, I'm fascinated with a concept of transition in personal life, in society and globally.
If you had to summarize the root cause(s) of the world's problems, what would it (they) be?

globalized and centralized corporate capitalism, coruption, ideologies

Have you worked in a field related to international affairs?

yes, mainly related to church work

Have you studied any international affairs before?

no

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  •  Zdravo Janis,
    I had a lot of fun lastnight. It was very nice to meet you, you're really great!!
    Its a really nice group you've put together and no worries about the grill, I was happy to help.

    Do skorovo 

    Randolph (Jul 11, 2008 12:28 PM)
  •  Had a great time. Thanks for organizing such a fun group. I will definitely be working on my flashcards so I dont stumble so much next week :) 

    Brian Schmitz (Jul 11, 2008 11:02 AM)
  •  Janis, I really appreciate your help! I hope that someone is interested because it is a great opportunity! Take care and I'll be in touch soon!! 

    Brooke Elliott (May 08, 2008 11:05 AM)
  •  Looking forward to BBQ - If there is something else I should bring - pls. advise. See you later! 

    Cathy (May 01, 2008 11:14 AM)
  •  thanks for a compliment, Janis. I also can offer you homemade marinaded wild mushrooms, but they require something stronger then a cup of tea, so do you want me to bring them in next time?
    Lea 

    Lea (Apr 13, 2008 11:38 PM)