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activism

[ak-tuh-viz-uhm] / ˈæk təˌvɪz əm /


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Regardless of whether explicit conflict disclosures were in place or were met, said Dana Fisher, a sociologist at American University who studies climate policy and activism, there were norms and expectations around interactions with sponsors.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026

Their grief, and the search for their relatives, became a central focus of Mahrang's activism.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

The life sentence marks the most serious challenge yet to her activism.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

His reign at the 7-Eleven empire came to an end in 2016, when he resigned following a boardroom clash with U.S. investor Third Point, a rare example of U.S.-style shareholder activism intruding into Japanese boardrooms.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Meanwhile, Moore combined pastoral duties with social activism.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson



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