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“Truth-telling to Congress and the public is not disloyal in America: it is an expression of the higher loyalty officials owe to the Constitution, the rule of law, and the sovereign public. It is a courageous, patriotic, and effective way to serve our country. The time to speak out is now.”

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Daniel Ellsberg

Daniel Ellsberg, born on April 7, 1931, is an American political scientist, economist, and anti-war activist. He is known for his role in the Vietnam War, where he leaked the Pentagon Papers while serving as a senior official in the U.S. Department of Defense. more

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