advocacy

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Her critics—including a pointed social-media account focused on her—argue her advocacy for people like Maxwell hurts victims and say she pushes unverified conspiracy theories.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Extensive health studies were conducted on the Apollo astronauts, but technology has advanced greatly in the 50 years since, said Bruce Betts, chief scientist at the Planetary Society, a space advocacy group.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Soon after, Emma joined her fellow students in anti-gun advocacy, influenced by new images and thoughts of hope and legislative change.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Hilda Eke, executive director of the L.A.-based advocacy organization Dignity and Power Now, said in a statement that the ruling is a positive development in the ongoing battle for more transparency.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Despite its unyielding advocacy of Negro economic empowerment, Hampton Institute’s stance on integration had always been of the go- slow variety, wartime president Malcolm MacLean being a notable exception.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly