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General Lucius D. Clay, former U.S. Military Governor in Germany and leader of the Berlin Airlift, was the first chairman of the Crusade for Freedom. After WWII, the Crusade collected funds from private citizens and businesses in the United States for Radio Free Europe. However, almost all of the necessary funding came secretly from the…
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VOA’s foreign language services are one of America’s best and least costly strategic assets Ted Lipien, drawing from his experience at VOA during Poland’s Solidarity movement, agrees with VOA Director Michael Abramowitz that VOA’s foreign language services are valuable and cost-effective. He emphasizes that these services require adequate staffing and strong management to respond to…
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California Republican Congresswoman Young Kim is speaking against the president’s recent executive order to dismantle the U.S. Agency for Global Media, or USAGM. “I would like to encourage the administration to reconsider their actions,” Kim said. In an article originally published in National Review on March 19, 2025, Congresswoman Kim also wrote that the Trump…
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President Trump’s decision to shut down the Voice of America, Radio Free Europe-Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia, Radio y Televisión Martí in Cuba and other U.S. government-funded media entities overseen by the U.S. Agency for Global Media, was sudden, harmful and deeply unfair. It places journalists in foreign language services who have devoted years of their lives to their jobs and have done nothing…
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The Committee for U.S. Media Strategy advises Congress and congressional staff by providing expert analysis and recommendations on media-related issues, including media policy, public diplomacy, and communication strategies. It evaluates emerging trends in digital communication, social media, and broadcast platforms, offering insights to enhance the U.S. government’s outreach efforts internationally. The committee collaborates with industry…
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The Committee for U.S. Media Strategy leverages its members’ specialized knowledge to advise the Executive Branch and Congress on strategies for impactful and cost-effective media outreach to nations lacking free press environments.
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Many years of experience in media and public diplomacy give the Committee for U.S. Media Strategy a unique ability to provide expert guidance on the most effective approaches for fostering trust and engagement with international audiences.
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Optimizing U.S. media initiatives abroad, particularly with support from the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), presents several challenges for independent journalists and their media outlets: To address these challenges, collaboration between USAGM, independent journalists, local stakeholders, and international organizations is crucial. Strengthening networks, fostering innovation, and prioritizing adaptability can help overcome obstacles and ensure…
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Effective intercultural communication is crucial for reaching diverse audiences across various countries and regions. Hiring the best foreign journalists ensures authentic representation of local perspectives, while contributions from renowned writers, artists, and political analysts add depth and credibility to the content. Prioritizing the quality of hires enhances the overall output and fosters trust and engagement…
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Most American taxpayers and congressional representatives would agree that having clear strategic goals is paramount if U.S. government-funded media outreach abroad is to be cost-effective and successful. These goals cannot deviate from the basic values of American society: avoiding violence and war, supporting basic human rights, and overcoming barriers to free speech and free press.