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Freedom House: Promoting Democracy and Freedom

Mission and Work

Freedom House, a non-governmental organization headquartered in Washington D.C., is dedicated to promoting democracy and freedom globally. Since its inception in 1973, Freedom House has been assessing the state of political rights and civil liberties in over 210 countries and territories through its annual Freedom in the World report.

Peru: A Case Study

Peru, a country in South America, has established democratic political institutions and has experienced numerous peaceful transfers of power. Freedom House's report on Peru highlights its progress in protecting freedom of expression, assembly, and association.

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