Tamara Cofman Wittes

🆕#NDI announces the 2025 Madeleine K. Albright Democracy Awardees!
⭐️ Nino Dolidze of Georgia
⭐️ Chisankho Watch of Malawi
Honoring their courage & leadership in defending election integrity & democratic participation.
bit.ly/4qAqsAT

It was great to share thoughts with Dr. Tamara Wittes @tcwittes.bsky.social, president of the National Democratic Institute, on the most pressing challenges in democracy support worldwide and discuss the importance of free and fair elections.
Looking forward to future exchanges.

The Nobel prizes for Peace and Literature this year both shone a light on the struggle for freedom.These laureates are a powerful reminder that the human demand for voice and choice is irrepressible.
#FreedomWorks

Want to spend some time getting inspired about the future of democracy? Join me, @mcfaulmike.bsky.social and more at #TEDxMidAtlantic! My talk will be on “Democracy, Fast and Slow” — how we can make democracy work in our supercharged attention economy. Details: mailchi.mp/251bd014cc05...

After 2 1/2 years of horrific captivity, Elizabeth is finally safe.
 ברוך אתה ה׳ אלוהינו מלך העולם מתיר אסורים!

Shocked at the murder of Andriy Parubiy today.
Andriy was a Ukrainian patriot, a statesman, and a valued partner to NDI. May those responsible for this horrific act face swift justice. 

#NDI will uphold Andriy’s cause, democracy & freedom in #Ukraine.
Wishing comfort to his family & friends.

National Democratic Institute Announces Major Gift from MacArthur Foundation Washington, D.C. – The National Democratic Institute (NDI) announced today a major gift of $750,000 in general operating support from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.

The National Democratic Institute is honored to receive a major gift from the MacArthur Foundation!

This vote of confidence strengthens #NDI work to protect elections, promote accountability & expand democratic participation worldwide.
Read the full statement ⬇️
bit.ly/45ryvYc

Attacks on Electoral Council disrupt elections in Honduras - UPI.com Honduras' National Electoral Council, faces political, judicial and technical pressures that threaten to derail general elections in less than three months.

NDI identified five key challenges to ensuring election integrity: effective autonomy of electoral bodies, prevention of undue interference, reduction of polarization and premature fraud claims, prevention of electoral violence and easing tensions that affect civic space. www.upi.com/Top_News/Wor...

Misión de Estudio y Acompañamiento Electoral del NDI Identifica Cinco Desafíos y Hace un Llamado para Fortalecer la Integridad de las Elecciones 2025 en Honduras Tegucigalpa, 8 de agosto de 2025

Elections are the heart of democracy. NDI’s Pre-Election Assessment Mission identified five key challenges and urged action to strengthen the integrity of Honduras’ 2025 elections 🇭🇳

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Election Observation as a Democratic Safeguard in Malawi Malawi’s upcoming elections present a pivotal opportunity to strengthen public trust in democratic institutions and reinforce the country’s commitment to fairness and accountability.

Chisankho Watch+NDI!
The forthcoming elections are not just about choosing leaders; they are a test of Malawi’s democratic commitment and a chance to advance the values that citizens care about most: peace, security, stability, and prosperity for all. ndi.org/our-stories/...

Election Observation as a Democratic Safeguard in Malawi Malawi’s upcoming elections present a pivotal opportunity to strengthen public trust in democratic institutions and reinforce the country’s commitment to fairness and accountability.

Chisankho Watch+NDI!
The forthcoming elections are not just about choosing leaders; they are a test of Malawi’s democratic commitment and a chance to advance the values that citizens care about most: peace, security, stability, and prosperity for all. ndi.org/our-stories/...

Thank you, @crow.house.gov, for joining NDI last night to celebrate our shared commitment to democracy with diplomatic partners from both sides of the Atlantic. We are grateful for your continued support!

May our celebration of American independence reinforce our commitment to continue our march toward a more perfect union, to stand by those still seeking their freedom around the world, and to support the activists and reformers working to strengthen their own democracies.
Let freedom ring.

May our celebration of American independence reinforce our commitment to continue our march toward a more perfect union, to stand by those still seeking their freedom around the world, and to support the activists and reformers working to strengthen their own democracies.
Let freedom ring.

False Solomons Seal. Grand Teton NP.

Grateful to @congresswomanscm.bsky.social for our time discussing how @NDI democracy support helps prevent terrorism and promote peace and stability in Syria, Yemen, and across the Middle East. Smart investment!

Blue wildflower in a sea of green grass.

Triteleia in the Tetons.

Sticky geranium, Grand Teton National Park.

Former RFE/RL Journalist Released from Detention in Belarus Former RFE/RL journalist Ihar Karnei has been freed from unjust detention in Belarus.

Former RFE/RL journalist Ihar Karnei has been freed from unjust detention in Belarus, announces the broadcaster's president. about.rferl.org/article/form...

I’m grateful to @kim.senate.gov for taking time to talk with me and my colleagues about the global fight for freedom. Supporting citizens who are securing rights and building democratic governance in their own countries advances American security and prosperity as well as American values.

Now, their work is in jeopardy. That's why I sat down with the presidents of all three orgs to discuss what we need to do to ensure these programs that have long had bipartisan support can continue to grow and help shape the world around us for the rest of this century. (3/3)

The NED, NDI, and IRI are three organizations that lead global democracy programs and give people the tools they need to self-govern effectively. For generations, their work has been instrumental in making our country safer and more prosperous. (2/3)

When democracy flourishes around the world, it has an real impact here at home. It means our country is safer and our businesses have a fair playing field to operate in new markets. (1/3)

The team at @ndidemocracy.bsky.social mourns the passing of Rep Gerry Connolly, a powerful voice for democracy and champion of those who seek it. May his memory be a blessing to his family, his NoVa community, his staff, & his colleagues of both parties who share his commitment to freedom for all.

An honor to speak alongside democracy champions Jerzy Pomianowski, Carine Kanimba, Leopoldo Lopez and Jeffrey Ngo at #CDS2025 #defenddemocracy