activism
noun
ac·tiv·ism
ˈak-ti-ˌvi-zəm 
: a doctrine or practice that emphasizes direct vigorous action especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue
political activism
environmental activism
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The 23rd edition of Tribeca reflects a running theme of political activism and the power of art to spark change in the face of global catastrophe.
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Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Joan Donovan, an expert in digital activism and an assistant professor at Boston University, argued that the group’s efforts are a form of doxing — the practice of posting personal information online to encourage harassment — which in turn chills debate.
—Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024
She was influenced by her mother’s community activism and was shaped by the discrimination experienced by Hispanic people.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2024
White attended protests and rallies across the country, Briggs said, even winning a Certificate of Congressional Recognition for his activism on behalf of Sen. Bernie Sanders.
—Will Carless, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
The evidence of Blevins’ activism with white nationalist groups was out there.
—Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 3 Apr. 2024
In the latest episode of HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm, Springsteen, 74, joined Larry David, 76, to talk about his activism in Atlanta.
—Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Huerta continued her activism, establishing the Dolores Huerta Foundation, which helps underrepresented and under-resourced communities with voting.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2024
Over the next six-plus decades, Sinclair did a bit of everything — dabbling in performance art, journalism, cultural and political activism.
—Mike Householder, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2024
Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Joan Donovan, an expert in digital activism and an assistant professor at Boston University, argued that the group’s efforts are a form of doxing — the practice of posting personal information online to encourage harassment — which in turn chills debate.
—Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024
She was influenced by her mother’s community activism and was shaped by the discrimination experienced by Hispanic people.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2024
White attended protests and rallies across the country, Briggs said, even winning a Certificate of Congressional Recognition for his activism on behalf of Sen. Bernie Sanders.
—Will Carless, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
The evidence of Blevins’ activism with white nationalist groups was out there.
—Brandy Zadrozny, NBC News, 3 Apr. 2024
In the latest episode of HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm, Springsteen, 74, joined Larry David, 76, to talk about his activism in Atlanta.
—Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Huerta continued her activism, establishing the Dolores Huerta Foundation, which helps underrepresented and under-resourced communities with voting.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2024
Over the next six-plus decades, Sinclair did a bit of everything — dabbling in performance art, journalism, cultural and political activism.
—Mike Householder, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2024
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“Activism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/activism. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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