Michael Abramowitz
Michael Abramowitz is a seasoned journalist and the director of the Voice of America (VOA), where he has long advocated for the importance of accurate and independent journalism in promoting democracy and freedom around the globe. Recently, he was placed on leave along with the majority of the VOA staff following an executive order from the Trump administration aimed at restructuring the agency.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 290,122 | $21,000,000 | 18,406$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 58,548 | $2,700,000 | 2,329$ |
| Canada | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 29,831 | $1,700,000 | 1,334$ |
| Totals | 5 | 436,893,900 | 378,501 | $25,400,000 | 22,069$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
A federal judge blocked Lake from firing Michael Abramowitz as Voice of America’s director last week.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Abramowitz was blocked from being removed as VOA director.
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United Kingdom:
The announcement late on Friday night came a day after a judge ruled the Trump administration had not followed proper procedures in its attempt to fire VOA's director, Michael Abramowitz.
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Canada:
Michael Abramowitz was blocked from being removed as VOA director by a federal judge.
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United States:
Michael Abramowitz is the Director of Voice of America who was barred from being ousted by a federal judge.
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Vietnam:
VOA Director Michael Abramowitz expressed sorrow over the layoffs, calling the action 'inexplicable'.
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United States:
Michael Abramowitz, the director of Voice of America, said the firings were 'inexplicable.'
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Ukraine:
Michael Abramowitz is the director of the broadcaster who confirmed the suspension of broadcasting.
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Pakistan:
Plaintiffs include VOA Director Michael Abramowitz, who is seeking to reverse their dismissals.
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Ukraine:
Michael Abramowitz is the director of 'Voice of America' who filed a separate lawsuit currently under consideration by the court.
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