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  • Panel Discussion: New Directions for Democracy Promotion

    Despite widespread skepticism about U.S. democracy promotion, democracies remain the most effective form of government to foster peace, internal stability, and social and economic development. To the extent that the war in Iraq has engendered disillusionment about democracy promotion, this event will explain the core principles and concepts underlying democratic institutions and good governance.

  • World Affairs Briefing - The Role of Political Parties in the Future of Democracy in Pakistan

    Their internal workings and decision-making processes have all taken on new significance as they assume power and form a new government in a nation that has been roiled by political turmoil.  NDI has been involved in Pakistan for more than 20 years and has a long relationship with the parties and their leaders.  For the past five years, NDI has been working directly with the parties on various party-building activities and has insights to offer on their ability to address the nation’s needs.  Please join us for a discussion about their role as Pakistan’s new gover

  • NDI Democracy Luncheon

    The National Democratic Institute (NDI) presented the 17th W. Averell Harriman Democracy Award and the third Madeleine K. Albright Grant at the NDI Democracy Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi — the highest-ranking woman in American government — delivered the keynote address and joined us in honoring the achievements of this year’s awardees.

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