This week we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., but it is a contested legacy. Was he some form of Marxist or democratic socialist, in tune with those who call for “socialism” and “collectivism” in America? Or should… Read More
On January 13, leading experts dissected Havana’s web of terror in a special event at the Victims of Communism Museum. Co-hosted by the Center for a Free Cuba and the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, the discussion explored the legacy of communist… Read More
The Continental Congress labored late into the hot, sweltering night in Philadelphia for the birth of our new nation. The beauty of this document is that our Founding Fathers made it exceptionally clear that the purpose of the new nation’s government would… Read More
Students and academics involved in the study of historical and contemporary repression know that the subject matter is a heavy one. Research and investigation into mass murder, war, radical ideologies, and related horrors of the past and present can stir controversy and delve into territory that many… Read More
New Year’s started with a bang: just hours after the ball dropped in New York City, its new mayor lauded the “warmth of collectivism,” deriding America’s tradition of “rugged individualism.” Many under the age of 40 might mistakenly believe that… Read More
For the past 26 years, we have witnessed the devastating impact of socialism on the Venezuelan people. Today, we are filled with hope as we watched President Donald J. Trump take action to end that nightmare. Under Trump’s leadership, the United States is not only restoring order but also implementing a modern vision of the Monroe Doctrine—countering foreign adversaries and paving the way for security… Read More
As the United States celebrates its semiquincentennial, VOC is marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a student essay contest to explore how America’s founding document inspired liberty movements and liberty champions across the globe. Each week,… Read More
Three decades after the breakup of Yugoslavia, Serbia is still struggling to deal with its communist past. Statues of communist leaders remain. Former communist officials were voted into office, rather than face repercussions for their crimes. Josip Broz Tito, the… Read More
The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation (VOC) is continually inspired by the determination of young leaders across the Americas who stand against communism. It was with great pride that our team participated in and supported civil society activities during the… Read More
One year ago today, the world lost a giant in the anti-communist movement: Dr. Lee Edwards, Founding Chairman of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation (VOC). Many of you—our loyal VOC supporters—knew him well, and have shared fond memories of him… Read More
