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advocacy

[ad-vuh-kuh-see] / ˈæd və kə si /


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Extensive health studies were conducted on the Apollo astronauts, but technology has advanced greatly in the 50 years since, said Bruce Betts, chief scientist at the Planetary Society, a space advocacy group.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Whittaker testified before Congress in 1968, and his advocacy helped establish North Cascades National Park and the Pasayten Wilderness in Washington state, as well as Redwood National Park in California.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Iran is ranked the 10th-most dangerous nation for Christians, according to Open Doors International, a Christian advocacy nonprofit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Soon after, Emma joined her fellow students in anti-gun advocacy, influenced by new images and thoughts of hope and legislative change.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

They couldn’t have children, and Gil’s legal work had long included volunteer advocacy for kids in the foster care system.

From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart




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