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Elections in the United States are generally free and fair. But the persistent effort by former president Donald Trump and his supporters to undermine confidence in the country’s electoral system has contributed to a range of democratic challenges, fueling a sizable partisan gap in public trust in elections.
Thankfully, an array of recent initiatives to counter false narratives and build confidence—including and especially on the political right—hold promise for mitigating these threats in the weeks and months ahead.
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Election Watch: Moldova
On October 20, Moldovans will vote in the country’s third presidential elections since returning to a direct electoral system in 2016. President Maia Sandu has tried to distance her administration from the Kremlin and take steps toward EU integration. But corruption, links between major political figures and economic interests, and deficiencies in the justice sector are hampering democratic governance.
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The Challenges in Combating Beijing’s Influence
A former top aide to New York’s governor has been charged with acting as an agent of the Chinese government. Freedom House’s Yaqiu Wang weighs in on the need for vigilance and strong enforcement, but also legal reforms and community trust.
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The 2025 Mark Palmer Prize: Call for Nominations
Freedom House is seeking nominations for the 2025 Mark Palmer Prize, which recognizes exceptional achievements to protect and advance democracy by diplomats and officials serving in intergovernmental institutions. The prize is made possible through the generosity of the Mark and Sushma Palmer Legacy Fund.
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Freedom on the Net 2024 Report Launch
Around the world, voters have been forced to make major decisions about their future while navigating a censored, distorted, and unreliable information space. Join Freedom House for the launch of Freedom on the Net 2024: The Struggle for Trust Online.
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Oct 16, 2024
10:30AM EST - 11:45AM EST
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Amid Gaza Talks, US Releases $1.3 Billion In Military Aid to Egypt
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China Frees American Pastor After Nearly 20 Years in Prison
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(New York Times)
Investigating State Attacks on Exiles: Lessons from The Washington Post’s ‘Repression’s Long Arm’ Series
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(Global Investigative Journalism Network)
Top Opponent of India PM Modi Bailed After Months in Custody
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