The Sound of Silence: The Decline of the Voice of America in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia

U.S. international broadcasting, and in particular Voice of America, is needed now more than ever. In its annual report on press freedom, Freedom House described the past year as one of "global decline." Of a total of 64 countries surveyed, one-third had a press that was "not free.&qu...

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Published in:Policy File 2008
Main Authors: Dale, Helle C, Horn, Oliver
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
Foreign policy
National security
Telecommunications
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Summary:U.S. international broadcasting, and in particular Voice of America, is needed now more than ever. In its annual report on press freedom, Freedom House described the past year as one of "global decline." Of a total of 64 countries surveyed, one-third had a press that was "not free." Consequently, U.S. broadcasting must continue to serve as the lifeline of freedom in these regions, provide uncensored news, explain U.S. foreign policy, and tell America's story.