Corexit was a public relations triumph because it falsely made it look like the oil disappeared. But it didn’t. Rather the so-called dispersant fused with the oil to create a new, far more toxic compound that sank to the sea floor, creating an underwater Death Valley. Even worse, the price was grotesque human tragedy.
“He suffered for 30 years and unfortunately didn’t live long enough to see the other side of the 30 years - and maybe this is the way we do that,” she said.
What is the EPA hiding? Why did they not remediate the worst threat first? Why are they refusing to test residents’ homes near the derailment site? Why are the agencies withholding information?
Former Ridenhour Prize Recipient, Dr. Scott Allen, Shares His Origin Story of Resilience This month we will be hosting the 20th Annual Ridenhour Prizes, a gala event devoted to honoring the most prominent and active whistleblowers and truthtellers in our nation and around the world. As an organization dedicated to defending whistleblowers and [...]
The Courageous Winners of the 20th Ridenhour Prizes The Ridenhour Prizes are awards in four categories given annually in recognition of those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice or illuminate a more just vision of society. In 2024 we mark the 20th anniversary of these awards that [...]
We launched the Democracy Protection Initiative to support whistleblowers with information about threats to election integrity and the peaceful transition of power.
In a Time of War, Ukraine Still Protects Whistleblowers By Sydney Johnson On January 23, delegates from Ukraine visited our office to discuss their nation’s whistleblower legislation and to hear our view. The delegation included a prosecutor, a judge, government officials responsible for whistleblower concerns, a representative of an anti-corruption NGO, and an investigative [...]
When you hear the word “hero,” do you think of someone with superhuman strength or someone you know? The Ridenhour Prizes celebrates ordinary people who step forward and help others in times of need. Whether it is a singular act of heroism, or a life dedicated to helping others, the selfless acts of everyday heroes have changed the course of history.
The Ridenhour Prizes are awards in four categories given annually in recognition of those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice or illuminate a more just vision of society. In 2024 we will mark the 20th anniversary of these awards that memorialize that spirit of fearless truth-telling, a spirit Ron Ridenhour displayed throughout his life and career.
On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, igniting a fire and setting off fears of an explosion. While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Norfolk Southern both claimed that their response to this environmental and public health disaster was appropriate and the area was safe, in the past year it has become clear that is not the whole truth.