Moldova Election Watch: Efforts Needed to Ensure Full and Informed Participation and Promote Fairness
Moldova Election Watch: Efforts Needed to Ensure Full and Informed Participation and Promote Fairness
October 14, 2020
Press Releases
NDI Poll: Ahead of Election Day, Georgians Remain Politically Undecided; Focused on the Economy
TBILISI – Poll results released today by the National Democratic Institute (NDI) and CRRC Georgia show that Georgians remain committed to voting on election day (88 percent), but largely undecided (59 percent) ahead of parliamentary elections on October 31. They remain focused on economic issues, and open to persuasion based on party policy platforms.
An Important Conversation With Senator Mark Warner
September 10, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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On Wednesday, September 16 at 9 am, the National Democratic Institute will host Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) for a keynote address on “Democracy, Technology and China: U.S. Strategy for Innovation in the 21st Century.” NDI President Derek Mitchell will moderate this online event, which will feature opening remarks from NDI Chairman Madeleine Albright.
NDI President Derek Mitchell's Message of Solidarity With the People of Belarus
Hello, I'm Derek Mitchell, president of the National Democratic Institute, NDI.
I’m honored to address the Kalinowski Forum at a pivotal moment for the future of Belarus. I’d like to thank the Lithuanian parliament, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other partners for organizing this incredibly timely event.
I’m recording this message several days before you’ll see it. Much may have changed in Belarus between now and then. Events on the ground are moving quickly.
Statement from NDI President Derek Mitchell on Belarus
NDI condemns the recent non-democratic elections, intimidation and repression of candidates, election observers, and independent media, and the continuing violence against peaceful protesters in Belarus. We stand with the Belarusian people in their demand for free association, free assembly, free speech, and free elections. Belarus best protects its sovereignty and independence by allowing its citizens to exercise their democratic rights. NDI joins the U.S.
DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS RESPOND TO THREAT OF CHINESE GOVERNMENT SANCTIONS
On August 10, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) announced plans to sanction 11 U.S.
Statement by NDI Chairman Madeleine K. Albright and President Derek Mitchell, on the Passing of John Hume
The global NDI family is saddened by the passing of John Hume - politician, peacemaker, and fearless voice for civil rights and non-violence. We remember John for the indelible mark he left on peace in Northern Ireland, and democracy and human dignity around the world.
Deborah Ullmer Joins NDI as Senior Director for Latin America
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 16, 2020
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Statement by National Democratic Institute President Derek Mitchell on Maria Ressa and Reynaldo Santos
The verdict by a court in the Philippines to find journalists Maria Ressa and Reynaldo Santos guilty of “cyber libel” is a tragedy for democracy and freedom of the press. This action is sadly the latest in a string of troubling moves by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s government to silence independent journalism and attack the foundations of a free society.
Democracy must not become the silent victim of the Coronavirus pandemic
Democracy must not become the silent victim of the coronavirus pandemic" - That is the message of an exceptional Open Letter signed by NDI Board Chairman Madeleine Albright and NDI President Derek Mitchell along with numerous international leaders. Developed by the Kofi Annan Foundation's Electoral Integrity Initiative, (available in English, French and Spanish), the letter draws attention to the tremendous stresses that the pandemic is placing on elections and democratic systems.
