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USG Leadership on Freeing Political Prisoners
Top Left: Amb. Roger Carstens; Top Right: Brian Tronic, John ‘JT’ Tomaszewski, Chris Homan; Bottom Left: Evgenia and Vladimir Kara-Murza;…
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Prioritizing the Recovery of American Hostages in Iran
The U.S. government must prioritize the release and recovery of American hostages held hostage in Iran.   We, the undersigned,…
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Joint Statement for the International Day of Political Prisoners on October 30
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 22, 2026) – The McCain Institute John McCain Freedom for Political Prisoners Initiative at Arizona State University…
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McCain Institute Joins Global Voices at the Athens Democracy Forum
From Athens to the Future: McCain Institute Leaders Discuss Democracy, Trust and Technology Pedro Abramovay, Angeliki Vourdaki, and McCain Global…
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New Howard G. Buffett Foundation Grant Supports McCain Institute’s 10-Year Investment in Ukraine’s Leaders
McCain Ukraine Leadership Initiative to equip Ukraine’s leaders to build a strong, free, safe, and democratic Ukraine This article originally…
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McCain Institute Media Roundup: “The Priority is to Make Sure Russia Doesn’t Win in Ukraine”
WASHINGTON D.C. (August 5, 2026) – In the context of foreign leaders visiting the White House, and remembering Senator Lindsey…
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McCain Institute Media Roundup: Resistance Rising Against Repressive Regimes
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 15, 2026) – From Armenia’s parliamentary election dealing a blow to Moscow’s sphere of influence, to new developments…
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Top 5 Takeaways from Sedona Forum 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 19, 2026) – The McCain Institute’s 13th annual Sedona Forum, focused on the theme “The Challenges to…
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McCain Institute Executive Director Named to Washingtonian’s 500 Most Influential People of 2026
Washington, D.C. (May 18, 2026) – McCain Institute Executive Director Dr. Evelyn Farkas has been named to the Washingtonian’s 500…
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Sedona Forum 2026 News Coverage Highlights
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 7, 2026) – The McCain Institute at Arizona State University (ASU) today released a sampling of news…
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ICYMI: Josh Rogin’s Latest Washington Post Intelligence Column Highlights McCain Institute’s Inaugural Sedona Forum – Tokyo
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 26, 2026) — Following the McCain Institute’s inaugural Sedona Forum – Tokyo on January 15, 2026, Washington Post…
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McCain Institute Named Official Partner for Athens Democracy Forum
Will host human rights defenders panel on October 1, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 23, 2025) – The McCain Institute at Arizona…
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