Truthdigger of the Week: Kevin de León, Advocate for ‘Sanctuary Cities’ and Immigrant Rights

Emma Niles / Truthdig Apr 30, 2017 As many Democrats face backlash for their weak opposition to the Trump administration, the California Senate leader stands out for his refusal to mince words. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Electronic Frontier Foundation Pleads for Action to Save Online Privacy Rules

Eric Ortiz / Truthdig Mar 27, 2017 Last week, the Senate voted 50-48 to pass a measure that would repeal federal privacy requirements The House is scheduled to vote Tuesday Last week, the Senate voted 50-48 to pass a measure that would repeal federal privacy requirements. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Angela Davis, an Activist for the Ages

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig Mar 18, 2017 Davis' inspiring talk at the recent Women of the World festival shows that this civil rights icon is as relevant in today’s fraught world as in the turbulent era from which she sprang decades ago. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Chance the Rapper, Advocate for Chicago’s Public Schools

Emma Niles / Truthdig Mar 12, 2017 The Chicago native takes matters into his own hands after a disheartening meeting with Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Ava DuVernay, Activist Filmmaker

Emma Niles / Truthdig Jan 7, 2017 Even when off the set, the director of "13th" and "Selma" regularly addresses issues of political injustice. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

The Best Truthdiggers of 2016: Risk-Takers Are Honored for Challenging the Status Quo

Staff / Truthdig Dec 31, 2016 From politicians who went against the grain to activists who risked their lives for a cause, our most popular Truthdiggers serve as a reminder to stand up for justice in the face of adversity. (Pictured here, David Archambault II, tribal chairman of the Standing Rock Indian Reservation in North Dakota and a leader in the Dakota Access pipeline fight.) Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdiggers of the Week: The Water Protectors at Standing Rock

BLANK Dec 11, 2016 With a Trump administration sure to spark resistance nationwide in the years ahead, indigenous activists and their allies point the way for other Americans. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Feyisa Lilesa, Ethiopian Silver Medalist and Protester

BLANK Aug 28, 2016 The runner risked death or exile when he finished the men's marathon with arms crossed in defiance of Ethiopia’s abuse of his tribe, the Oromo. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdiggers of the Week: The Refugee Olympic Team

BLANK Aug 13, 2016 The 10 athletes competing without a flag or anthem at the Rio Olympics are challenging conceptions of nationalism, as well as reminding the world that the growing refugee crisis must be addressed. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Emmanuel Vincent, Founder of Climate Feedback

BLANK May 1, 2016 The University of California at Merced oceanographer has established a network of scientists who serve as watchdogs over climate-change reportage. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Truthdigger of the Week: Apple’s Tim Cook

Staff / Truthdig Feb 19, 2016 This week, it's a no-brainer. Tim Cook is our Truthdigger of the Week for his willingness to take on the "1984"-like security state with a statement of principle on behalf of privacy. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

Truthdiggers of the Week: All Involved in Britain’s #JC4PM Tour

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig Feb 7, 2016 Despite being ignored by the mainstream media, the Jeremy Corbyn for Prime Minister touring show is bringing together like-minded people who support progressive politics. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )