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whistleblower

[wis-uhl-bloh-er, hwis-] / ˈwɪs əlˌbloʊ ər, ˈʰwɪs- /


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Researcher and whistleblower Douglas Gowan spent 50 years trying to persuade authorities to investigate what he believed was widespread dumping of industrial chemicals.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

A whistleblower filed a report with the SEC alleging self-dealing and other breaches by Walter and Guggenheim.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 18, 2026

The revelation came as the country grappled with whistleblower Edward Snowden’s leaks exposing the vast reach of the agency’s surveillance.

From Salon Aug. 17, 2026

Researcher and whistleblower Douglas Gowan tried to sound the alarm about 14 such sites - 12 of which were in Wales - but died before his warnings were heeded.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

Lillian Carranza said she understood why Flores “might feel compelled to gather evidence to substantiate serious allegations,” given how the department has handled past whistleblower cases.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026




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