Freedom House

Freedom House describes itself as "a non-profit, nonpartisan organization" that is "a clear voice for democracy and freedom around the world". Founded in the 1940s, it produces reports on the progress of democracy and freedom in the government of countries around the world, and produces annual scores representing countries' progress (or otherwise) towards freedom.

who funds it? any more information?

External links:

• http://www.freedomhouse.org/
• http://www.freedomhouse.org/aboutfh/index.htm