Intercepting Democracy: Colombia’s Intelligence Service...
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
In his presentation, journalist and human rights activist Hollman Morris recounted the illegal actions undertaken by the DAS and discuss issues of political responsibility and the consequences for individual victims, civil society, and the state of democracy in Colombia. Mr. Morris proposed recommendations for addressing past abuses and reinforcing respect for the fundamental rights of citizens. Brandon Yoder provided comments.
Memorial Tribute Honoring the Life and Work of Vaclav Havel
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
On January 6, NED hosted a memorial to hear reflections from many who knew and worked with Vaclav Havel to advance this ideal – as well as from dissidents past and present – who have benefitted from his solidarity.
REMARKS MADE BY NED PRESIDENT CARL GERSHMAN TO THE CONGRESSIONAL-EXECUTIVE...
Washington, D.C. December 6, 2011 It is common knowledge that China exerts an anti-democratic influence in world politics. Liu Xiaobo has said that China serves as “a blood transfusion machine”...
Remarks by Carl Gershman At the Presentation of the Ion Ratiu Democracy...
THE PRICE OF FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY: DEFIANT BAHRAINIS AND THE ARAB SPRING The Woodrow Wilson Center, Washington, D.C. December 1, 2011 I want to begin by congratulating Nabeel Rajab for receiving this important...
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