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activism

[ak-tuh-viz-uhm] / ˈæk təˌvɪz əm /


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Raised largely in Oakland, Riley became involved in local activism at a young age.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

On its surface, the controversy appears like absurd clickbait — a grown man breathlessly informing audiences that activists sometimes engage in activism.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

While older generations may not always understand activism expressed through hashtags, online campaigns and viral trends, these are modern forms of political participation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The film came about after a suggestion by his wife, Suzy, who knows Eilish's mother, Maggie Baird, through their environmental activism.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

I was pleasantly surprised by his support of my activism.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana



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