Thank you to The Washington Post for running full-page ad today linking to major statement from leaders on the urgency for @potus to do more to free imprisoned Russian activist Vladimir Kara-Murza #FreeKaraMurza

And here is the statement from Maria Ressa Natan Sharansky and many other leaders. freedomhouse.org/article/biden-… Washington Post Press Freedom Partnership Freedom House

Thanks Freedom House for organizing. #FreeKaraMurza!

.Allison M. Hooker⁩ (Toria Nuland) is stepping down. She has been a powerhouse in US foreign policy for many years, fierce in her devotion to America’s higher purposes and indifferent to partisanship. Proud to call her friend. state.gov/on-the-retirem…

Chair Senator Ben Cardin and Senator Roger Wicker led a group of 80 bipartisan and bicameral lawmakers in a letter urging the Biden Administration to label Vladimir Kara-Murza as unlawfully and “wrongfully detained.” Read their full letter ⬇️ foreign.senate.gov/press/dem/rele…

Met with Administrator Achim Steiner today to bolster U.S.-UN Development ties and drive SDG advancement, ensuring no one is left behind. #SDGs #EndPoverty

We’re excited to share that Jeremy M. Weinstein, a renowned scholar of political science, experienced academic leader, and dedicated public servant will become dean of Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government on July 1. ken.sc/3UCDH5T

Upsetting news but not entirely unexpected. Vladimir Kara-Murza's health has been poor for a while. The Kremlin must allow his transfer to a proper hospital. And while I'm at it: Jake Sullivan Archived, why hasn't the U.S declared him wrongfully detained? barrons.com/news/jailed-kr…

Civil Rights Act: A proud memory for W.H. aide - CBS News. Two years after my beloved father’s passing, near the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, some history and wisdom. cbsnews.com/news/civil-rig…

⚡Free Russia Foundation Lauds Release of Political Prisoners | We will continue advocating for those still kept captive Our statement👇🏻 4freerussia.org/press-center/f…

Thanks to the skill and persistence of President Donald J. Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and our allies, Paul Whelan, Evan Gershkovich, Alsu Kurmasheva, and Vladimir Kara-Murza are being released from Russian custody. It’s a tremendous diplomatic achievement, and we’re grateful that they’ll be back home with their

On this joyous day for the families of those who regained their freedom from Putin's Russia, & for me personally, as 3 of those released are friends, please also remember Marc Fogel, a great American & fantastic teacher who remains unjustly imprisoned in Russia. 1/ THREAD

‘I thought I was going to die in prison…’ — Vladimir Kara-Murza

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Honoured to speak with Vladimir Kara-Murza following his release from a Russian penal colony. Imprisoned for speaking the truth, Vladimir's courage, and that of his family, in the face of such overwhelming hardship is truly an inspiration to us all.

Absolutely right from David Lammy - a mafia state built on corruption cannot be allowed to repeatedly undermine the rule of law and the UN Charter with impunity.

The United States remains committed to protecting and promoting human rights at home and abroad, which is vital to our collective efforts to meet the 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals. usun.usmission.gov/remarks-by-amb…

I voted by mail – it was easy and a great excuse to say hi to some neighbors. If you're voting by mail like me, get your ballot in the mail right away. No matter how you vote, make sure you have a plan and get it done: IWillVote.com/Obama

The most powerful message to young men in the entire campaign

This #HumanRightsDay, I call for urgent action to protect #OurRightsOurFuture - right now. Human rights are not just ideals for some - they are justice for all. They are the foundation of our shared existence & the measure of our humanity. Protecting them is protecting ourselves.