Steve Kapus
Steve Kapus is the President of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), a media organization that delivers news and information to audiences in countries where press freedom is restricted. Under his leadership, RFE/RL has focused on countering misinformation and providing factual reporting, reaching nearly 47 million people weekly. Kapus has been a vocal advocate for the importance of independent journalism, particularly in the context of recent funding challenges from the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM). Following a recent court ruling in favor of RFE/RL regarding funding disputes, he emphasized the significance of this legal victory for the continuation of the organization's mission to promote free speech and combat authoritarian propaganda.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 2 | 8.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 67,647 | $155,000 | 240$ |
| Belarus | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 9,449,323 | 7,733 | $60,000 | 49$ |
| Totals | 3 | 53,183,085 | 75,380 | $215,000 | 289$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ukraine:
President RFE/RL Steve Kapus called the court ruling a culmination of prolonged legal efforts and an important step for the continuation of the company's mission.
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Belarus:
President and CEO Steve Kapus stated that the court's decision is the result of a persistent legal battle for necessary funding.
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Ukraine:
President RFE/RL Steve Kapus called the court ruling a culmination of prolonged legal efforts and an important step for the continuation of the company's mission.
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