Daniel Ellsberg

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Daniel Ellsberg is best known for his role in the release of the Pentagon Papers, which revealed extensive information about the United States political and military involvement in Vietnam. A former military analyst and a member of the RAND Corporation, Ellsberg became a prominent anti-war activist after witnessing the discrepancies between the government’s public statements and the reality on the ground in Vietnam. His courageous decision to leak the documents in 1971 had a profound impact on American public opinion and contributed to the growing opposition to the Vietnam War.

Beyond his role in the Pentagon Papers, Ellsberg has continued to advocate for transparency and accountability in government. He has written extensively on issues related to nuclear policy and the ethics of war, emphasizing the importance of whistleblowing and civil disobedience in challenging unjust policies. His life's work has inspired many activists and has cemented his status as a key figure in the discourse surrounding government transparency and military ethics.