Damon M. Wilson

Since the end of the Cold War, 🇺🇸 has let its nonmilitary instruments of power atrophy. The Trump administration now has a chance to revive them to win the competition with 🇨🇳. Must-read by former SECDEF Gates wsj.com/opinion/the-u-…

🇺🇸 won the Cold War through the skillful use of nonmilitary advantages. But 🇺🇸 has let its nonmilitary instruments of power atrophy. President Trump has a chance to revive them rather than abandoning the field to 🇨🇳. —Former Secretary of Defense Bob Gates wsj.com/opinion/the-u-…

Tiananmen anniversary provides a picture of repression in Hong Kong washingtonpost.com/opinions/inter…

A world with fewer democracies is a world where America loses. In @dallasnews, David Kramer and I argue that backing freedom abroad isn’t charity or idealism—it’s a strategic investment in global stability and American security: dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…

Fallout of a failed invasion: Russia’s elite are living in fear as Putin carries out purges reminiscent of Stalin's during the 1930s. Apparent suicides, long prison sentences & mysterious plane crashes have left the country’s rich and powerful terrified. the-express.com/news/world-new…

"Oswaldo Payá awakened a nation’s conscience with truth and the strength of his convictions. Honoring him affirms our commitment to stand with the Cuban people—until they are free." - @DamonMacWilson #DemocracyServiceMedal

Two years ago today, Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu—a leading economist and anti-corruption expert—was unjustly imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Two years without freedom, justice, or the medical care he urgently needs. We urge his immediate and unconditional release. #FreeGubad

Celebrating Independence Day at @MountRushmoreNM is magical. As we reflect on being thankful for our own liberty, proud that our nation stands by those who seek their own freedom and democracy around the world.

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

Deeply concerned by the Taliban's latest attempt to weaponise the media for political control through a new policy. The latest guideline, issued by its so-called moderate Ministry of Information and Culture, mandates that TV and radio stations may only produce talk shows under…

30 years after the Dayton Accords, translating peace into progress continues as citizens work for a just society and EU & NATO integration. At @NEDemocracy we proudly support local leaders defending freedom & accountability in Bosnia & Herzegovina: daytondailynews.com/ideas-voices/v…

Today marks 36 years since the #TiananmenMassacre. Despite the CCP’s efforts to erase history, brave Chinese citizens continue to resist repression and demand accountability. @NEDemocracy stands with them—and reaffirms our commitment to defending democratic values.

America’s adversaries abroad would like nothing more than to see 🇺🇸 end our modest investments in strengthening democracy overseas. Let’s not oblige them. nationalreview.com/2025/05/democr…