In case you missed the past Freeman Seminar ("The Global Crackdown on Civil Society: Patterns and Causes" - James Ron) please go to the following link to see the full video.

James Ron, Professor and Stassen Chair for International Affairs
Humphrey School of Public Affairs
In recent years, governments worldwide have increased their regulation and supervision of civil society. In many cases, this has involved restrictions on foreign aid to locally operating NGOs. What are the factors driving this crackdown? What are the pros and cons of this wave of regulation?

James Ron, Professor and Stassen Chair for International Affairs
Humphrey School of Public Affairs
In recent years, governments worldwide have increased their regulation and supervision of civil society. In many cases, this has involved restrictions on foreign aid to locally operating NGOs. What are the factors driving this crackdown? What are the pros and cons of this wave of regulation?