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Defending democracy at home. Combating authoritarianism abroad. Highlighting how they’re connected. Check out Garry Kasparov's new Substack:
At RDI’s 2026 Heroes of Democracy Gala, @garrykasparov.bsky.social urges us to fight for America’s future by pushing aside both MAGA and Marxism. Listen to the full speech now: www.thenextmove.org/p/a-pro...
In the latest episode of Older/Wiser, Linda Chavez and Bill Kristol discuss the past, present and future of the conservative movement. Listen to the full episode now: www.thenextmove.org/p/is-bi...
In a recent episode of Older/Wiser, Linda Chavez and @profpape.bsky.social discussed America’s strategic dilemma in Iran. As Trump’s deadline nears, listen to the full podcast on The Next Move: www.thenextmove.org/p/no-en...
At RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference, former National Security Advisor John Bolton summed up the principles of Trump’s national security strategy in four words: “Makes no sense whatsoever.”
“The reason why we need the First Amendment is that people love censorship.” At RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference, Emma Camp reveals the true unpopularity of free speech—which is exactly why we need it.
“If you don’t recognize that they are at war with us, then you’ll never have the urgency to do what needs to be done.” RDI Advisory Board member @general-ben.bsky.social lays out Russia’s gray zone operations at RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference.
“Putin is war. And this war will not end as long as he has resources to continue this war.” At the Frontlines of Freedom Conference, RDI Founder @garrykasparov.bsky.social exposes Putin’s aims—and the West’s failure to combat them effectively.
“A lot of folks think there would be repercussions if they got on the opposite side of the president on this issue.” @captmarkkelly.bsky.social on the president’s call for a death sentence, and the shocking silence from his Senate colleagues, at RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference.
“The norm means that you’re not safe. The norm means if you act you’re a target. And that now is in the process of happening here, with the president leading the way.” @welch.senate.gov unpacks America’s troubling shift in norms at RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference.
"We believe it's time for Americans to hear our stories." Watch RDI Founder @garrykasparov.bsky.social discuss his remarks and the Frontlines of Freedom Conference with @erinburnett.bsky.social on @cnn.com.
And watch RDI Founder @garrykasparov.bsky.social with @erinburnett.bsky.social on @cnn.com discussing the Frontlines of Freedom Conference.
RDI Frontline Fellow Masih Alinejad on the courageous Iranian voices that refuse to be silenced: “They’re my heroes. That’s the reason that I never lose hope.” Watch the full episode: www.thenextmove.org/p/fofcon-pod...
🧵Bad actors weaponize social media to manipulate and mislead. Join @noupside.bsky.social and Rina Shah at FOFCON for a deep dive into the tactics shaping the information landscape.
🧵What’s the next move in the fight against authoritarianism? Join @garrykasparov.bsky.social, @urielepshtein.bsky.social, Ari'el Stachel, and Berta Valle to explore how to build a coalition that reignites the survival instinct of free societies.
🧵Free speech is under attack. Political discourse is fractured. Extremes attack opponents, foreign regimes exploit divisions, and critics are silenced. Join @urielepshtein.bsky.social, @glukianoff.bsky.social, & @sarahemclaugh.bsky.social at FOFCON to dissect how we got here—and how we rebuild.
🧵Business thrives in predictability—but dictators and demagogues rewrite the rules on a whim. Join Christophe Roehri, Daniella Ballou-Aares, Isaac Stone-Fish, Jay Tannon, and Ginny Badanes to learn how the private sector can navigate these challenges.
🧵Immigration is one of the toughest problems to address. Join Natalia Baulescu-Bogdan, Kristie De Peña, @comstockb.bsky.social, and RDI’s Linda Chavez for a session on how to strike the right balance and communicate it effectively.
🧵Storytelling has the power to change minds and drive change—learn how to unlock it at RDI’s Frontlines of Freedom Conference. Join Tony Award-winning actor Ari'el Stachel and social media superstar @aaronparnas.bsky.social for a session on crafting pro-freedom messages that resonate.
🧵Join @captmarkkelly.bsky.social and Senator Peter Welch for a powerful conversation at the Frontlines of Freedom Conference—and join us in fighting authoritarian influence.
On FOFCON Pod, David Smolansky, deputy director for María Corina Machado, discusses Corina Machado’s Nobel Prize win and what it means for Venezuela’s fight for freedom. Watch the full interview: www.thenextmove.org/p/fofcon-pod...
Last week, RDI CEO @urielepshtein.bsky.social moderated a powerful post-show conversation after Other with Ari'el Stachel and @enesfreedom.bsky.social—diving into conversation about dissent, resilience, division and the power of storytelling, and even a little basketball.
RDI Frontline Fellow Rushan Abbas shares a powerful message: China’s assault on freedom doesn’t stop at its borders—it endangers democracy and human rights globally. Watch the full episode now: www.thenextmove.org/p/fofcon-pod...
RDI Founder @garrykasparov.bsky.social joins RDI Senior Fellow @jaynordlinger.bsky.social on the FOFCON Pod. Watch as Garry unpacks America’s biggest challenges—and how the Frontlines of Freedom Conference is fostering a culture of freedom to meet them. Register to join us in DC, Dec. 9-10.
RDI Chairman @garrykasparov.bsky.social joined @velshi.com on @msnbc.com : “If you look at the trend, it indicates that they are not going to give up power voluntarily. Yes, we still have elections, but I’m afraid the 2026 midterm will be free but not fair.”
A little social experiment: Will a dinner conversation about immigration and other hot button issues explode or can it be a model for engaged citizenship at a time when it’s sorely needed? Link to full video in replies
Protest is our right and democratic tradition. It's not an invitation for anarchy. How can you stand up without falling for authoritarian provocations? @garrykasparov.bsky.social + @urielepshtein.bsky.social tackle that question amid the LA crisis. Join us live TODAY at 5pm ET/2pm PT. Link below.
A thousand peaceful protesters can be erased by one flaming car. Violence plays straight into Trump’s hands—and gives MAGA its next campaign ad. Peaceful protest is not weakness—it’s discipline, strategy, and power.
@garrykasparov.bsky.social resisted Putin in Russia, so he has some strong feelings about what to do and what *not* to do at a protest. Join Garry + RDI's @urielepshtein.bsky.social as they cover the California crisis, LIVE at The Next Move: tomorrow (Tues. 6/10) @ 5pm ET/2pm PT. www.thenextmove.org
In this week's Q&A, @garrykasparov.bsky.social weighs in on the topic everyone is asking about...
🛡️ “Every service member swears an oath to the Constitution — not to a person.” LTG (Ret.) Ben Hodges explains why civilian control of the military is a cornerstone of American democracy.