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Press Releases
Mourning the Death of Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett
Yesterday, Boeing whistleblower and former client, John Barnett, was confirmed dead at the age of 62 after heroically testifying in intense depositions against his former employer in a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit. We send condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Barnett and to his entire legal team at Knowles Law Firm.
Announcing the Winners of the 20th Annual Ridenhour Prizes
March 13, 2024 Announcing the Winners of the 20th Annual Ridenhour Prizes WASHINGTON – Today, we announced the recipients of the prestigious Ridenhour Prizes. Lea Ypi, author of Free: Coming of Age at the End of History, has been selected for the Book Prize. ‘The Janes,’ [...]
Congressman Jamie Raskin Awarded Ridenhour Courage Prize
Congressman Jamie Raskin has been chosen to receive the Ridenhour Courage Prize, which is presented to an individual in recognition of their courageous and life-long defense of the public interest and passionate commitment to social justice.
‘Free’ Author Awarded Ridenhour Book Prize
Lea Ypi will be awarded the Ridenhour Book Prize for her memoir, Free: Coming of Age at the End of History. The book captures Ypi’s recollections of coming of age during the collapse of communist Albania in December 1990 and the paradoxes of freedom that came with a presumably freer democratic and capitalistic nation.
NTSB Testimony Proves Lack of Communication and Concern for East Palestine Officials and Residents
March 7, 2024 NTSB Testimony Proves Lack of Communication and Concern for East Palestine Officials and Residents WASHINGTON – On February 6, 2023, following the derailment of several train cars carrying chemicals, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a notice to detonate the chemicals in [...]
FOIA Request Regarding Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Sampling Protocols Filed following the East Palestine Train Derailment
March 6, 2024 FOIA Request Regarding Environmental Protection Agency's Environmental Sampling Protocols Filed following the East Palestine Train Derailment WASHINGTON — Today, we announced the filing of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request aimed at obtaining crucial information regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) response [...]
Senate Committee Votes Bi-partisan Mandate for Government Contractor Whistleblower Protections
March 6, 2024 Senate Committee Unanimously Votes Bi-partisan Mandate for Government Contractor Whistleblower Protections WASHINGTON – This morning, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs issued a unanimous bi-partisan mandate for taxpayer accountability. In a unanimous vote, the Committee passed S. 1524, Expanding Whistleblower [...]
East Palestine Let Down by Biden’s Visit
February 20, 2024 East Palestine Let Down by Biden’s Visit Many residents are claiming the President’s visit was just a show, calling it too little too late. EAST PALESTINE – On Friday, February 16, 2024, President Biden visited a neighboring town in Pennsylvania to meet [...]
Whistleblowers Disclose CBP Leadership Undermined Medical Oversight
February 16, 2024 Whistleblowers Disclose CBP Leadership Undermined Medical Oversight Washington – Today, we announced our representation of several whistleblowers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Loyal Source Government Services, CBP’s medical services contractor. These current and former employees have courageously stepped forward to [...]
Blog Posts
Talking Democracy Protection at the iGO Conference
We launched the Democracy Protection Initiative to support whistleblowers with information about threats to election integrity and the peaceful transition of power.
In a Time of War, Ukraine Still Protects Whistleblowers
In a Time of War, Ukraine Still Protects Whistleblowers [...]
Who Was Ron Ridenhour?
When you hear the word “hero,” do you think of someone with superhuman strength or someone you know? The Ridenhour Prizes celebrates ordinary people who step forward and help others in times of need. Whether it is a singular act of heroism, or a life dedicated to helping others, the selfless acts of everyday heroes have changed the course of history.
The History of The Ridenhour Prizes
The Ridenhour Prizes are awards in four categories given annually in recognition of those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice or illuminate a more just vision of society. In 2024 we will mark the 20th anniversary of these awards that memorialize that spirit of fearless truth-telling, a spirit Ron Ridenhour displayed throughout his life and career.
One Year Since the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment, but Still No Answers
On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, igniting a fire and setting off fears of an explosion. While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Norfolk Southern both claimed that their response to this environmental and public health disaster was appropriate and the area was safe, in the past year it has become clear that is not the whole truth.
Lessons Learned from 45 Years Working with Whistleblowers
Whistleblowing is the highest stakes, most significant expression of free speech. So, I’d like to share a dozen priority lessons learned that are summarized below.
Press Hits
Representative Schiff: REP. SCHIFF INTRODUCES BILL TO EXPAND PENALTIES FOR JUDGES AND JUSTICES WHO VIOLATE ETHICS RULES, RESTORE INTEGRITY TO THE COURTS
Representative Schiff: REP. SCHIFF INTRODUCES BILL TO EXPAND PENALTIES [...]
Food Safety Network: Increased poultry line speeds will likely continue with USDA extensions
The dismissed federal case of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) v. Sonny Perdue is returning. The U.S. District Court for Northern California has scheduled a case management conference for June 13.
Salon: The case of Carrie Buck and the Supreme Court’s century-old crusade to control women
Dawn Wooten, a former nurse at an ICE Detention Center in South Georgia, reported that a doctor working for the center was sterilizing women without their consent or even their knowledge. Wooten’s a former nurse because after becoming a whistleblower, this mother of five lost her job.
World Socialist Website: East Palestine, Ohio residents speak out one year after catastrophic train crash and chemical spill
Residents of East Palestine, Ohio were deeply skeptical of President Biden’s stage-managed appearance last Friday in the small working class community, more than a year after the catastrophic train derailment and chemical spill which poisoned the town’s air, water and soil.
The Hill: It’s time to end the barbaric practice of solitary confinement in immigration detention
The Hill: It’s time to end the barbaric practice [...]
Sydney Morning Herald: ‘Go home’: Biden given frosty reception during visit to disaster site
Sydney Morning Herald: ‘Go home’: Biden given frosty reception [...]