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We picture China as a place where no one dares speak out, but the reality is quite different. In 2025, despite one of the most sophisticated censorship machines on earth, workers protested over unpaid wages, homebuyers demanded stalled apartments, and rural communities pushed back against land dispossession. In this episode, hosts Ray Powell and Jim Carouso sit down with Kevin Slaten, who leads Freedom House's China Dissent Monitor, the only public database tracking protests across China, from its office in Taipei. Slaten's team recorded about 40 to 50 percent more dissent in 2025 than the year before, including the largest pre-Lunar New Year labor protest peak the project has ever recorded. The twist: US budget cuts had recently knocked the project offline for four months, and it still came back with a skeleton crew to record its highest numbers yet. Fewest resources ever, most dissent ever recorded.Slaten explains what more than 15,000 cases reveal about the real China beneath the propaganda--an economy under strain, a “social contract” that may never have been one, and why even “local” protests matter politically in an authoritarian system. He also unpacks who protests and why, where Beijing's red lines fall, and how protest pressure can actually produce real concessions, from policy reversals to quiet legal changes.Key topics:Why dissent is rising even as China tightens censorshipWho is protesting: workers, homebuyers, rural residents, and moreHow Beijing decides what to tolerate, censor, or crushThe 2022 White Paper protests: anomaly or symptom?A school bullying case that spiraled into crowds chanting “we want democracy”If you want to understand where China is really heading, pay attention to the people already demanding change.Subscribe for your weekly Indo-Pacific briefing.Follow Kevin Slaten on X, @KevinSlaten, or on LinkedIn Follow us on X, @IndoPacPodcast, LinkedIn or FacebookFollow Ray Powell on X, @GordianKnotRay, or LinkedIn, or check out his maritime transparency work at SeaLightFollow Jim Carouso on LinkedInSponsored by BowerGroupAsia, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in the Indo-Pacific

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It was a weekend of big events. A wedding, a funeral, and a milestone birthday. Congratulations, in that order, to America on its 250th anniversary, to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on their wedding, to those Iranians who suffered under the Ayatollah's rule, and to the All Blacks for beating France. America's birthday is worth pausing on. If you take 1840 as the beginning of New Zealand's democracy, and many do, then the United States isn't actually that much older than we are. Donald Trump, in typical fashion, declared the Declaration of Independence the greatest achievement in human history. That's probably overstating it. But it doesn't mean the occasion itself should be dismissed. For 250 years, despite civil war, political upheaval and countless crises, the United States has remained a democracy. It hasn't been perfect, no country is, but it has protected freedoms that much of the world still lacks. The freedoms to vote, to protest, to assemble and to speak your mind are things many of us take for granted. They're tested from time to time, but they endure. America remains one of the freest and most open societies in the world. That's worth remembering because most people don't live that way. According to Freedom House, only about one in five people worldwide live in a genuinely free society. And that number has been falling for years as military coups, wars and authoritarian governments spread. Since 2019 alone, nine African nations have experienced successful military coups. Freedom is easy to overlook when you've always had it. You only realise its value when it's threatened or taken away. That's why 250 years of democratic government deserves recognition, even while acknowledging America's flaws.The contrast was on display over the weekend. In America, people celebrated a national milestone. Here in New Zealand, we celebrated an All Blacks win. And in Iran, crowds gathered to mourn the Ayatollah. But perspective matters. For many Iranians, particularly those forced into exile or persecuted by the regime, his funeral wasn't a moment of grief. It was a moment of relief, even celebration. Democracy gives us the freedom to see those differences clearly. It's a privilege billions of people still don't have. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In 2022, Freedom House released a report titled “Beijing's Global Media Influence 2022”, highlighting the numerous ways in which the Chinese government seeks to influence media across the world. They stated that China's main tactics were the mass distribution of content, harassment and intimidation of outlets that publish negative news, disinformation campaigns, and training for media workers and officials in different locales.The provision of free or subsidised training for local journalists in the Global south is a foundational aspect of China's efforts to ‘tell China's story well' through legitimate means. By co-opting local voices, China is able to disseminate its own message through local partners in an organic way and free of charge.But what does this training look like? Who is participating and what are they learning? And how does China ensure that after journalists return home, they continue to talk about China in the right way? Today's guest is here to discuss this and more.Dr Emeka Umejei is currently Senior Research Associate at the University of Johannesburg. He has a PhD in Journalism and Media Studies and has taught in institutions across Africa including the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, the American University of Nigeria, and the University of Ghana. Prior to this he worked as a journalist in Nigeria for leading national newspapers and served as an African correspondent for U.S.-based media outfit LNG Publications.He has written two books on Chinese influence on African journalism: Chinese Media in Africa: Perception, Performance, and Paradox (2020) and China in African Media: Between Influence Operations and Decolonization which came out this year.Buy bookclub books here            Buy me a coffeeLatest Substack postLinks to everythingSupport the showSign up for Buzzsprout to launch your podcasting journey: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=162442Subscribe to the Sinobabble Newsletter: https://sinobabble.substack.com/Support Sinobabble on Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Sinobabblepod 

Scoring 91 out of 100 in the global Freedom in the World index, Saint Lucia is celebrated among the highest-scoring nations in the Caribbean and worldwide for its political rights, civil liberties, and robust rule of law.

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Today's episode was inspired by a conservative student concerned about claims that Islam is incompatible with the West. This polite and patriotic student raised an important question: If we stand for religious freedom, shouldn't that include Islam as well? Today we will directly address this question.SPONSOR: Angel StudiosAngel Studios is the home for stories that honor America, faith, and family, with a library that includes Homestead, The Last Rodeo, Green and Gold, and Mike Rowe's Something to Stand For. Angel Guild membership is how the studio funds these films, and Guild members get two free tickets to every major Angel theatrical release, so it basically pays for itself. A big slate is coming this summer, including a new George Washington film for America's 250th.Become a Premium Angel Guild member at https://Angel.com/nick-----SPONSOR: American FinancingHeading into summer, persistent inflation and rising daily costs are squeezing middle-class families, and many homeowners are reaching for credit cards instead of tapping the equity they already have. American Financing's salary-based mortgage consultants help wipe out high-interest debt using mortgage rates currently in the 5s, with customers saving an average of $800 a month. Starting today could also delay two mortgage payments, putting real money back in your pocket.NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-886-2026 for details about credit costs and terms. Average savings based on borrowers who save over $199.99.Call American Financing at 866-886-2026 or visit https://www.AmericanFinancing.net/MTA-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – Is Islam compatible with the American Constitution?00:02:21 – Exposing the radical Left's dangerous Islamist alliance.00:04:17 – Why mass immigration threatens Western social cohesion.00:06:39 – Mapping the global reach of Islamic populations.00:08:38 – Freedom House data exposes lack of liberties.00:11:25 – Debunking Tucker Carlson on religious freedom myths.00:13:51 – Analyzing disturbing global trends in Islamist terrorism.00:15:23 – UK grooming gangs and the war on women.00:18:20 – Barbary Pirates and historical Islamic slavery justifications.00:19:35 – Addressing the taboo of cousin marriage data.00:20:41 – How Sharia courts are subverting UK laws.00:23:35 – Why assimilation is essential for high trust societies.00:25:01 – The Marxist plot to overthrow Christian civilization.00:28:51 – Why Islamic cultures cannot create Western freedom.00:30:39 – Defending Christian foundations against radical cultural erosion

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In the last twenty years rights and liberties have eroded across more of the world than they have advanced. The cumulative effect is a transformed international order in which authoritarian governments are more assertive and the democracies that shaped the postwar system are at risk of diminishing influence. Yana Gorokhovskaia, research director at Freedom House, joins the Values & Interests podcast to discuss the findings of the latest Freedom in the World report and the challenges democracies face as the norms that once anchored the international system come under increasing strain. Read Freedom House's latest Freedom in the World report. Be sure to subscribe to "Carnegie Council" wherever you stream your podcasts. Access all "Values & Interests" episodes: https://carnegiecouncil.co/values-interests-podcast

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This week on Democracy Dialogues, host Maya Tudor speaks with two democracy experts at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Freedom House to understand the headlines from Freedom House's 2026 Report, entitled the growing shadow of autocratization. We discuss the drivers behind the 20th consecutive year of global democratic decline and compare the similarities and differences between Freedom House and Varieties of Democracy reports. We conclude by anticipating what lies ahead, what our experts are looking to understand, and what everyday citizens can do to strengthen democracy. Links: Freedom in the World 2026 25 Years of Autocratization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

This week on Democracy Dialogues, host Maya Tudor speaks with two democracy experts at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Freedom House to understand the headlines from Freedom House's 2026 Report, entitled the growing shadow of autocratization. We discuss the drivers behind the 20th consecutive year of global democratic decline and compare the similarities and differences between Freedom House and Varieties of Democracy reports. We conclude by anticipating what lies ahead, what our experts are looking to understand, and what everyday citizens can do to strengthen democracy. Links: Freedom in the World 2026 25 Years of Autocratization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

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This week on Democracy Dialogues, host Maya Tudor speaks with two democracy experts at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Freedom House to understand the headlines from Freedom House's 2026 Report, entitled the growing shadow of autocratization. We discuss the drivers behind the 20th consecutive year of global democratic decline and compare the similarities and differences between Freedom House and Varieties of Democracy reports. We conclude by anticipating what lies ahead, what our experts are looking to understand, and what everyday citizens can do to strengthen democracy. Links: Freedom in the World 2026 25 Years of Autocratization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

This week on Democracy Dialogues, host Maya Tudor speaks with two democracy experts at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Freedom House to understand the headlines from Freedom House's 2026 Report, entitled the growing shadow of autocratization. We discuss the drivers behind the 20th consecutive year of global democratic decline and compare the similarities and differences between Freedom House and Varieties of Democracy reports. We conclude by anticipating what lies ahead, what our experts are looking to understand, and what everyday citizens can do to strengthen democracy. Links: Freedom in the World 2026 25 Years of Autocratization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

This week on Democracy Dialogues, host Maya Tudor speaks with two democracy experts at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Freedom House to understand the headlines from Freedom House's 2026 Report, entitled the growing shadow of autocratization. We discuss the drivers behind the 20th consecutive year of global democratic decline and compare the similarities and differences between Freedom House and Varieties of Democracy reports. We conclude by anticipating what lies ahead, what our experts are looking to understand, and what everyday citizens can do to strengthen democracy. Links: Freedom in the World 2026 25 Years of Autocratization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Tonight on Brett Orchard's Old Time Radio Show, we're winding down with a classic slice of radio espionage — Dangerous Assignment: A Trap in Freedom House. If you enjoy ending the day with something tense, atmospheric, and full of old-school intrigue, this is a cracking one to settle in with. Brian Donlevy stars as Steve Mitchell in one of the most gripping spy thrillers from the golden age of radio, with secret missions, shadowy enemies, and that wonderfully sharp vintage suspense that still holds up beautifully today. For many listeners, Brett Orchard's Old Time Radio Show is part of a nightly wind-down — a chance to switch off, relax, and disappear for a while into the voices and storytelling of another era. Tonight's episode brings a little more edge than some, but it still has that rich, immersive old time radio magic. So whether you're easing out of a busy Wednesday, listening with a late drink, or looking for a little night-time company before sleep, this is a fine one to put on. Tonight's episode: Dangerous Assignment — A Trap in Freedom House Please follow, subscribe, and share with someone who loves classic radio, spy thrillers, and calm late-night listening with Brett Orchard.

On this episode of Reaganism, guest host, Reagan Institute Policy Director Rachel Hoff sits down with Jamie Fly, CEO of Freedom House, to discuss Freedom House's annual "Freedom in the World" report. The report found that the world is experiencing its 20th consecutive year of democratic backsliding. Jamie and Rachel discuss the trends contributing to this backslide and also identify some glimmers of hope and countries moving against the trendlines. Rachel and Jamie conclude the conversation by discussing a strategy for reimagining US efforts to turn the tide back toward advancing freedom and liberty in the world.

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Hungary's election on Sunday could have repercussions far beyond its borders. Since Prime Minister Viktor Orban came to power in 2010, Hungary has become the only EU member state ranked as “partly free” by Freedom House – but it is also a model for far-right movements elsewhere. Orban's ties to Russia have also hindered Europe's response to the war in Ukraine. With polls showing a strong lead for the centre-right opposition Tisza party, our regional correspondent Gulliver Cragg reports.

It's Tuesday, April 7th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson and Timothy Reed Easter massacre in Nigeria Easter weekend was one long, bloody massacre for Christians in Nigeria, reports TruthNigeria.com. Heavily armed Fulani Muslim insurgents burned down three Christian communities in Nasarawa State. Sadly, the Nigerian government offered no protections for the Christians.  The Muslim Fulani tore through the Benue State chanting “Allahu Akbar,” burning houses and killing 17 residents there.  Again, witnesses say the government offered no protection. On Sunday, 15 more Christian worshipers were killed in the Southern Kaduna State. Please, pray for the heavily oppressed Nigerian Christians.  Will Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán win re-election? Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán may be on his way out. The Prime Minister, who is a close friend to the Trump administration, and has held power for 16 years, is slumping in the polls. Opposition candidate Peter Magyar is garnering support among young Hungarians, and some polls have his Tisza Party at 50% support. Viktor Orbán has been known as a fierce nationalist over the years. The elections will take place this Friday.   Hungary drops in Freedom Index Since Orban's election to office in 2010, Hungary's rating on the Heritage Foundation Freedom Index has witnessed a 7% drop. Plus, The Freedom House index registers a 30% loss in freedom for Hungary since 2010. Freedom of the press has also lost ground. Reporters Without Borders puts Hunrgry at the 68th place in the world, down from 23rd place in 2010. During the COVID years, spreading “false information” about the pandemic was made a crime, punishable by five years in prison. State control of private property increased during Orban's administration from 11% to 16.5% of the Gross Domestic Product which is the total monetary value of all goods and services produced within the country's borders in a year. And homeschooling is practically banned in Hungary. Orban's government has held the ground on pro-family issues relating to abortion and LGBTQ sexual perversion indoctrination in schools.   Pew Research reports that Hungary is in religious decline. Orban's efforts to raise the birth rate have largely failed, with the 2025 birth rate dropping to 1.31. Only 17% of Hungarians attend religious services weekly or monthly, and only 16% of the population say they pray daily. That compares to 29% for the region of Eastern Europe.  King Charles ignores Easter and celebrates Ramadan The English monarch, King Charles III, broke tradition this year and neglected to include a message to Christians on the day that many churches celebrate the Resurrection of Christ. Instead, on the Royal Family's account, he opted to celebrate the Islamic holiday, Ramadan. King Charles wrote, "Wishing all Muslims in the U.K., the Commonwealth and around the world, a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.” In Luke 9:26, Jesus said, “For whoever is ashamed of Me and of My words, of him will the Son of Man be ashamed when He comes in His glory and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.” President Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on April 2nd, reported NBC News. He has temporarily appointed Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to the position.  In a post on Truth Social, President Trump wrote that Bondi “will be transitioning to a much-needed and important new job in the private sector, to be announced at a date in the near future.” Bondi, a Trump loyalist, had taken heat for her handling of the Epstein Files. That's the second of five female cabinet members to be removed in the last two months, following the dismissal of Kristi Noem as Department of Homeland Security Secretary. Senator Rand Paul flirting with presidential run Appearing on CBS' Sunday Morning, Kentucky Republican Senator Rand Paul is floating a potential presidential bid in 2028.  PAUL: “There used to really be a free market/libertarian wing of the party. And now there's not much left. In fact, on many days, it's me in the Senate, the only one left for free trade. “But I think there still is a desire among business for it, and it may make the so-called libertarian vote, which might not be big enough to ever win anything, if you combine that with the Chamber of Commerce and the traditional business community, that doesn't like protectionism, there may be a force out there for a different direction from the party, other than being continued to be led by populism.” REPORTER: “There was recently a headline in the Washington Examiner: ‘Rand Paul sounds like he's running for president.'” PAUL: “Yeah, I don't know yet. So, maybe they know something. I don't know. We're thinking about it, and I would say 50/50. We'll make a decision after the election.” Rand Paul has served in the Senate since 2011, and has recently battled President Donald Trump on certain issues.  U.S. national debt soared to $39 trillion The national debt continues to spike, sitting at well over $39 trillion.  President Trump has officially requested a raise in the Pentagon budget to $1.5 trillion for the 2027 fiscal year budget, up from $1 trillion this year. Artemis II surpasses human travel record Artemis II continues its voyage on the first manned space flight beyond Earth's orbit. As of yesterday, the craft has surpassed the previous record of human travel in distance away from the Earth, set by Apollo 13. The crew reached 252,760 miles from Earth, surpassing the record by over 4,000 miles. Artemis surveyed the dark side of the moon Monday afternoon, and should be on its way home today.   Captain Victor Glover of the Artemis II mission sent a special message from space on Easter Sunday, referencing the Bible and acknowledged the beauty of creation. Listen. GLOVER: “As we are so far from Earth, and looking at the beauty of creation, I think for me, one of the really important personal perspectives that I have up here is I can really see Earth as one thing. And you know, when I read the Bible, and I look at all of the amazing things that were done for us, who were created, you have this amazing place, this spaceship. “You guys are talking to us because we're in a spaceship really far from Earth.  But you're on a spaceship called Earth that was created to give us a place to live in the universe, in the cosmos. Maybe the distance we are from you makes you think what we're doing is special, but we're the same distance from you. “And I'm trying to tell you, just trust me, you are special. In all of this emptiness --- this is a whole bunch of nothing, this thing we call the universe -- you have this oasis, this beautiful place that we get to exist together.” Second U.S. airman rescued in Iran proclaims, “God is good!” Great news! The second American airman who was shot down in Iran on April 3rd was rescued over the weekend, reports Fox News. The lost airman was recognized by his squadron by a cryptic message that came across in three words: "God is good!” He was known by his buddies as a "religious man” and this message confirmed his whereabouts. Though injured, he climbed a 7,000-foot mountain ridgeline, hid in a crevice, and waited for the rescue. Thankfully, nobody was injured in this in-and-out operation, conducted by the United State Central Intelligence Agency. Psalm 141:8 says, “But my eyes are upon You, O GOD the Lord; In You I take refuge; Do not leave my soul destitute.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, April 7th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Linda Blair joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about how funding through donations is necessary to cover the decrease in grant funding to allow the Kewanee Area United Way to continue to support local non-profit agencies. The Kewanee Area United Way is shifting its approach to local support, channeling funds directly to Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs in Kewanee, Henry, and Stark counties this year. Rather than donating to national organizations, the United Way is now helping cover membership fees, uniforms, and camperships for local scouts, ensuring contributions benefit area youth. This initiative addresses community feedback requesting a visible, local impact from donations. Additionally, regular fundraisers—including Rock and Roll Bingo and Jail and Bail—help sustain these efforts. All donations and activities underscore their new motto: "What is raised here stays here." Serving towns from Annawan to Wyoming, the organization relies entirely on local donations—no government or United Way Worldwide funding is received, ensuring contributions benefit local residents. Since 1957, the Kewanee Area United Way has been dedicated to supporting residents in Henry and Stark Counties. Through decades of service and several name changes, the mission remains unchanged: fostering health, education, and stability for local families. With 75% of area students qualifying for free or reduced-cost lunches, the need for community support is significant. Nonprofit agencies, carefully selected each year by the board, receive funding to continue essential programs. Donations help keep these initiatives—and the community—moving forward. The KAUW supports agencies, including the Salvation Army, Braveheart CAC, Abilities Plus, the Kewanee Food Pantry, Freedom House, the Girl and Boy Scouts, the Henry County Senior Center, after-school programs, youth services, and many more. Find the full list of KAUW recipients at https://kauw.org/agencies. The Kewanee Area United Way is urging residents to take action in battling poverty right here at home. Donations—large or small—go directly to vital services like food assistance and community programs in Henry and Stark Counties. Flexible giving options include one-time, monthly, or payroll-deducted gifts. There's also an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy through wills or endowments. Find more details or make your gift online at kauw.org/donation, drop off a donation to Kewanee Area United Way, 200 East South Street, or by mail to PO Box 426, Kewanee, IL. Here's how you can make a difference in your community: The Kewanee Area United Way is looking for passionate individuals ready to play a key role in driving positive change across Henry and Stark Counties. Opportunities include volunteering with office projects, taking part in hands-on community impact work, joining the fundraising team, or even stepping up as a board member. Board Members help guide the direction of United Way by selecting agencies and making decisions that benefit families and neighbors. To get involved or learn more, contact the KAUW office at 309-761-8447 or email kewaneeareaunitedway@kewanee.com, or click the volunteer button on their website. The Kewanee Area United Way continues its long-standing mission to unite residents, agencies, and businesses in addressing the core challenges faced by Henry and Stark counties. By forging partnerships with government, non-profit, and for-profit organizations, the United Way streamlines services, maximizing the impact of every dollar contributed by the community. Serving the area for over 50 years, the organization ensures that all donations remain local, directly benefiting individuals and families in need. With programs that touch nearly 40% of area residents, the United Way fosters collaboration and resource sharing, strengthening the safety net that helps neighbors help one another.   Health challenges continue to affect Kewanee residents, with many adults and children lacking insurance and facing barriers to affordable care. Inadequate prenatal support remains a concern, while obesity rates are rising across age groups. Local data also indicates growing mental health needs, particularly related to depression, and limited access to substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation services. The situation is further complicated as the elderly population is projected to double over the next 20 years. Community efforts are focused on increasing access to health and dental services, preventive care, and nutrition education, aiming for a healthier future for all residents. The Kewanee community faces a critical education challenge as many local children are at risk of dropping out before finishing high school. Studies show that early learning lays the foundation for future success, but disadvantaged students often start behind and struggle to catch up. United Way of Kewanee is stepping in by funding programs that help children develop social and cognitive skills, stay on track with reading, and transition smoothly through school years. Improving graduation rates can lower poverty, reduce crime, and even increase voter participation. Strong support from families, schools, and the broader community remains essential for lasting impact. Financial hardship continues to challenge many families in Kewanee, with a significant number struggling to earn a livable wage. Stagnant incomes combined with rising costs for essentials like housing, healthcare, and education are forcing some households to make difficult choices. United Way of Kewanee is responding with the Financial Stability Partnership, offering support through tax assistance and financial education programs. These initiatives aim to empower families to meet basic needs and establish a path toward long-term security. The organization is seeking volunteers to ensure these services continue, and anyone interested can participate, no financial background required.

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Today's headlines:The regime in Tehran somehow managed to shoot down an American F-15 fighter jet over the weekend.The aviators from that downed F-15 are both ok.Donald Trump's Truth Social post yesterday seems to suggest that the April 6 deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz has been extended until tomorrow night.The internet blackout continues inside Iran. The war in Lebanon continues. Tough day in Israel yesterday, with a building in Haifa absorbing a direct hit from a ballistic missile, while cluster munitions also hit dozens of locations across central Israel. Turkey is somehow getting its oil tankers out of the Strait of Hormuz. Featured FDD piece: "Islamist Turkey: A Base for Muslim Brotherhood Jihadism" - FDD Memo, Sinan Ciddi and William DoranFDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with Freedom House's Yana Gorokhovskaia.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

After attacking two countries in 2026, will the Trump administration attack Cuba? What is Cuba’s relationship with the US historically and today? In this segment, we explore the island nation's history, its government and economy, and why the US is targeting Cuba. In addition, we look into the controversy of compensation for property loss for Cuban Americans, as well as the broader issues of appropriation and compensation in Cuba. Lastly, we discuss the country's political and economic challenges and the potential need for reform, and, if reform is necessary, which should come first: political or economic reform. [ dur: 58mins. ] Richard Feinberg is Professor Emeritus of International Political Economy at the School of Global Policy and Strategy at the University of California, San Diego. He is the author of Open for Business: Building the New Cuban Economy. William LeoGrande is Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Professor of Government at American University, Washington. He is coauthor of Back Channel to Cuba: The Hidden History of Negotiations between Washington and Havana. Guillermo J. Grenier is Professor of Sociology in the Department of Global & Sociocultural Studies at Florida International University. He is the co-author of This Land is Our Land: Newcomers and Established Residents in Miami. Sebastián Arcos is Interim director of the Cuban Research Institute in the Florida International University. He was part of the Freedom House delegation to the U.N. Human Rights Commission in Geneva, Switzerland and advised the U.S. Department of State on issues concerning human rights in Cuba between 1998 and 2000. This program is produced by Doug Becker, Ankine Aghassian, Maria Armoudian, Anna Lapin and Sudd Dongre. Politics and Activism, Human Rights, Cuba

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss last night's Senate vote on funding for TSA workers and prospects for passage today by the House. Also a look ahead at this weekend's upcoming “No More Kings” rallies, and the 2026 edition of Freedom House's annual Freedom Index gives the US it's lowest score since the project started in 1972. Paul Eckart, author of the new book Healing Middle-Class Democracy: Respecting Each Other, Negotiating Honestly, and Cooperating Fairly, joins the guys to discuss income inequality and its effect on American civic life. Then they discuss the reaction to allegations of sexual abuse of minors by labor leader Cesar Chavez, as California and other states prepare for “Cesar Chavez Day” on March 31st. Also, “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Georgia's farewell to its Patriarch, Elene Koshtaria sentenced to 18 months for writing on a campaign banner, Freedom House report, Viral speech of Georgia's First Lady, Israel's travel warning for Georgia.Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.The viral speech of Georgia's First Lady https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1030860796783760 How sexual extortion turns intimacy into terror in Georgia | OC-media: https://oc-media.org/how-sexual-extortion-turns-intimacy-into-terror-in-georgia/ Check out our new t-shirts: https://rorshok.store/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

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Like many of you, we have been following the recent developments in Cuba very closely. We were fortunate to sit down with Sebastián Arcos, Interim Director of the Cuban Research Institute at Florida International University, for a Special Edition COBT to discuss what is happening on the island and what it may mean going forward. Sebastián brings both deep personal experience and substantive expertise to the conversation. Born in Havana, he joined the Cuban Committee for Human Rights in 1987, left Cuba for the United States in 1992, and later served as part of the Freedom House delegation to the U.N. Human Rights Commission. He also advised the U.S. Department of State on human rights issues related to Cuba from 1998 to 2000 and earned both his Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and Master's Degree in Public Administration from FIU. We were thrilled to host Sebastián for such a timely and important discussion. In our conversation, Sebastián outlines the long economic decline that has brought Cuba to its current position, including the collapse of Soviet support, the island's dependence on imported oil, and the central role Venezuela has played in sustaining the regime. We explore Cuba's worsening demographic crisis, the mass exodus of recent years, and the ways in which energy shortages, blackouts, and economic deterioration are now colliding with a deeply centralized political system still shaped by Raúl Castro, the military, and the opaque power structure behind the civilian government. Sebastián walks us through how he thinks about a possible Cuban transition, arguing that real change would require political reform before economic reform, a credible transitional figure, and a negotiated process that includes both the opposition inside Cuba and the exile community outside it. We discuss the role of the U.S. and the pressure campaign now bearing down on Havana, the importance of Marco Rubio and Mexico as external variables, the unresolved question of property rights, and the sectors that could attract investment in a post-transition Cuba, from tourism and minerals to manufacturing and services. Along the way, Sebastián draws striking parallels between Cuba and Iran, highlights the unique links between Cuba and Venezuela, and offers a clear-eyed view of what it would take for Cuba to move from totalitarian rule toward a democratic future. We greatly appreciate Sebastián for sharing his candid insights into a complex situation. Mike Bradley started the show with a few details on Cuba's electricity generation and energy production. He noted that Cuba has 6-7gw of electricity generation (~95% oil/fossil fuel). Cuba's oil production is ~30kbpd (~65kbpd at its peak in 2003), its oil consumption is ~120kbpd, and 80-90kbpd of its oil imports were primarily supplied by Mexico and Venezuela prior to the de facto U.S. oil embargo started around January 2026. Veriten Senior Contributor Gabe Collins peppered in his questions and perspective to the discussion as well. We hope you find today's discussion as insightful and interesting as we did. Our best to you all!

Moçambique aprova novas leis da comunicação social sob polémica: críticos apontam restrições aos órgãos internacionais. A Guiné-Bissau registou a maior queda no índice da Freedom House após golpe militar de 2025. Para compreender melhor o impacto ouvimos Bubacar Turé, presidente da Liga Guineense dos Direitos Humanos.

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This week we hear the incredible story of some of the earliest paramedics, and the battle they faced in order to just do their jobs. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 06:07 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/20/us/freedom-house-ambulance-service-congress.htmlhttps://www.wqed.org/freedomhouse/https://teamrubiconusa.org/news-and-stories/freedom-house-ambulance-service-a-legacy-of-life-saving-care/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_House_Ambulance_Servicehttps://99percentinvisible.org/episode/405-freedom-house-ambulance-service/https://magazine.atavist.com/2019/the-first-responders-paramedics-pittsburgh-civil-rights-emshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pGFo0OmfwY&t=3s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Freedom House Ambulance Service was the first emergency medical service in the United States to be staffed by paramedics with medical training beyond basic first aid.[1][2] Founded in 1967 to serve the predominantly Black Hill District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, it was staffed entirely by African Americans.[3][4] Freedom House Ambulance Service broke medical ground by training its personnel to previously unheard-of standards of emergency medical care for patients en route to hospitals.[3][5][6] The paramedic training and ambulance design standards pioneered in the Freedom House Ambulance Service would set the standard for emergency care nationally and even internationally.[2][5] Despite its successes, the ambulance service was closed eight years after it began operating.[5]   Elizabeth Coleman (January 26, 1892 – April 30, 1926)[2] was an early American civil aviator. She was the first African-American woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license,[3][4][5][6][7][8][9] and is the earliest known Black person to earn an international pilot's license.[10] She earned her license from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale on June 15, 1921.[5][6][11]