Julian Assange
Journalist and founder of WikiLeaks
Born
July 3rd, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Australia
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An Australian journalist and publisher founded WikiLeaks in 2006, an organization that gained global attention for its controversial publications of classified documents. Assange became a prominent figure in debates regarding freedom of information and government transparency. His work led to the release of sensitive data concerning military actions, diplomatic communications, and various governmental activities. Subject to legal battles and extradition efforts, Assange spent years confined in the Ecuadorian embassy in London while seeking asylum. The organization has continued to influence the landscape of investigative journalism and whistleblowing, highlighting issues surrounding privacy, surveillance, and the power dynamics between governments and citizens.
Founded WikiLeaks in 2006
Published the Afghanistan and Iraq war logs
Released US diplomatic cables in 2010
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