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Dear John,

In the century since the world’s oldest public broadcaster, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), began operating, people around the world have benefited from international public broadcasters that share reliable information. These organizations may be taken for granted at home, but their global audiences rely on them as they navigate far more restrictive realities.

In an era defined by the manipulation of information, trustworthy public media are critical. Their home governments should embrace and bolster them instead of threatening their financial security and independence for short-term gain.

Currinder Joins Freedom House As Director For US Democracy

Freedom House is pleased to announce Marian Currinder as the new director for US democracy. Currinder will oversee the development and implementation of Freedom House’s work to strengthen and support American democracy, as well as Americans’ understanding of and commitment to a vibrant democratic system. 

Eswatini: Human Rights Lawyer’s Killing Must Be Investigated

Freedom House mourns Thulani Maseko, a steadfast defender of human rights, and calls on authorities to conduct an independent investigation into his murder.

Election Watch: Nigeria

Nigeria will host a high-stakes election on February 25, 2023. Freedom House's Election Watch team previews the unique threats facing this election, including the violent activities of several non-state armed groups who have publicly expressed a wish to scupper the country’s vulnerable democracy.

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