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activism

[ak-tuh-viz-uhm] / ˈæk təˌvɪz əm /


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Reminding us of the messy yet necessary work of grassroots activism, the play administered the equivalent of a political oxygen mask.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

They are self-censoring and disengaging from campaign activism to avoid punitive measures.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

Dong has been prosecuted by Chinese authorities for his human-rights activism and advocacy of democratic freedoms, according to a 2022 letter by United Nations special rapporteurs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The 68-year-old had been jailed in China several times for his activism, such as taking part in events to commemorate the Tiananmen Square crackdown.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

I was pleasantly surprised by his support of my activism.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana



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