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activist

[ak-tuh-vist] / ˈæk tə vɪst /
NOUN
abolitionist
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NOUN
propagandist
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NOUN
protestor
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Barron’s recently spoke with Ghei and Zaitzeff about the opportunities in activist investing in the banking sector and their latest activist campaigns, which they discussed in detail for the first time.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

South African police say have they arrested "wanted fugitive" French-born Beninese activist Kemi Seba while he was allegedly attempting to flee to Europe through Zimbabwe.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Snap’s layoffs also come after activist investor Irenic Capital Management took a stake in the company and called for the company to cut costs through layoffs and other efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

When activist investors take a stake in a pharmaceutical company, markets often cheer.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

In fact, his dislike for John Barling and his mission stemmed not from cynicism, but from the perspective of an animal rights activist.

From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley




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