'any arguments based on law have no relevance to the reality in which Russia exists under the regime of Vladimir Putin.' Powerful statement from ⁦Vladimir Kara-Murza⁩ published today in ⁦Washington Post Opinions⁩. So inspiring to hear his words from prison! washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/…

Join us for 'How a President Should Be,' featuring four distinguished thought leaders of diverse backgrounds, Mike Abramowitz, Alexis Coe, Errin Haines 🐴🤠🇺🇸🍑 and Luke Nichter, as they delve into the qualities and vision needed for effective presidential leadership. zoomgov.com/webinar/regist…

Tune in Thursday, April 4 at 12pm ET for a new #DemocracyDialogues !

@FreedomHouse President Mike Abramowitz speaks with AS/COA’s Eric Farnsworth about regional political and civil challenges.

Learn more: as-coa.org/watchlisten/de…

🇺🇦 It has been >450 days since US Congress passed legislation to support Ukraine in defending its people, sovereignty, and democracy.

We urge the swift passage of additional aid as soon as Congress returns from recess next week.

If the US abandons Ukraine now, it will only…

Important warning from Masih Alinejad 🏳️ on the operations of the Iranian regime beyond its borders. 👇

.@orioles fans...hope you enjoy this video...the Next Chapter in O's history has begun.

🇬🇹 As Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo visits the White House today, FH's Mike Abramowitz and trustee Dionisio Gutiérrez reflect on the leader's commitment to democratic reform after their meeting with him earlier this month.

Read their takeaways: newsweek.com/light-democrac…

“I will get out of here eventually.”

#ZamoraLibre #FreeJRZ has been unjustly imprisoned in Guatemala since 2022 but remains undeterred in his struggle for a more democratic future.

Read more from he and FH’s Mike Abramowitz conversation last week⬇️
freedomhouse.org/article/i-will…

In Francophone Africa, 'military rule is back,' though dressed up in the language of democracy.

8/9 successful coups since 2020 have been in former French colonies. And 0/9 African countries ranked 'Free' by Freedom House is a former French colony.

nytimes.com/2024/03/22/wor…

After ⁦Freedom House⁩ trip to Guatemala, here is my take on what needs to be done to support a potentially bright spot for democracy in a world of authoritarian resurgence. ⁦Newsweek⁩ newsweek.com/light-democrac…

It was an honor for ⁦Freedom House⁩ meet with Guatemalan political prisoner José Ruben Zamora. He is being unfairly and unjustly detained for his journalism. He should be freed immediately. My piece on his case. freedomhouse.org/article/i-will…

'Russians did line up at polling stations, but these were not actually polling stations. They were props in an elaborate piece of political theater.' The real deal on the Russian 'elections' from ⁦Anne Applebaum⁩ ⁦The Atlantic⁩ theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/…

How can Azerbaijan hold the next climate summit if it treats its people this way? A good question from ⁦Washington Post Opinions⁩. Gubad Ibadoghlu must be freed! washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/…

I was delighted to join alexandra hall hall 🇺🇦🌻 & Jason Pack on Goalhanger Podcasts' Disorder, to discuss the decline of freedom around the world, the threats facing elections & what we can do about it. Freedom House You can hear the episode here: tr.ee/ksicr-3Wty

Grateful to the Russians protesting against Putin's criminal policies today. We expected nothing from these 'elections'; dictators don't relinquish power willingly. What to do? Increase pressure & support 🇺🇦. We'll continue strengthening our Belarusian dem. movement & resistance.

Peaceful protests erupting in Cuba. Despite harsh repression, the people demand freedom.👇

Thank you Katie LaRoque for representing Freedom House at the #SummitForDemocracy . Good to see democracies banding together to resist authoritarian pressure.