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Dear Friends of Open Society,
You may have seen recent reporting ([link removed]) that the Trump Administration in the United States is directing investigations for suspected crimes, including supporting terrorism, against the Open Society Foundations without evidence. These politically motivated actions fit a larger pattern: attempts to silence speech, weaken civil society, and undermine democratic freedoms. We intend to challenge these attacks on philanthropy and civil society as violations of the law and Constitution.
Below is the statement we are sharing publicly today ([link removed]) . We wanted you—our global community of grantees, partners, and allies—to have it directly.
The Open Society Foundations unequivocally condemn terrorism and do not fund terrorism. Our activities are peaceful and lawful, and our grantees are expected to abide by human rights principles and comply with the law.
These accusations are politically motivated attacks on civil society, meant to silence speech the administration disagrees with and undermine the First Amendment right to free speech. When power is abused to take away the rights of some people, it puts the rights of all people at risk.
Our work in the United States is dedicated to strengthening democracy and upholding constitutional freedoms. We stand by the work we do to improve lives in the United States and across the world.
The reported efforts to manufacture criminal charges against Open Society are an affront to the rule of law, the First Amendment, and the most fundamental principles of the Constitution.
The coming days and months may bring further developments. Whatever happens, we remain steadfast in our mission and will continue to stand alongside our grantees and partners to promote rights, equity, and justice in the United States and around the world. We appreciate your messages of solidarity and support to push back against this government overreach.
Yours,
Binaifer Nowrojee
President, Open Society Foundations
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