Writing Truth to Power in the Age of Trump

Saturday, March 27, 1 - 1:45 PM—Literary Discussion
Winners of the book prize from the Ridenhour Prize for Courageous Truth-telling discuss the problem of truth in the age of alt-facts. Now in their 18th year, the annual Ridenhour Prizes recognize those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice, or illuminate a more just vision of society. Awarded at a luncheon at the National Press Club, these prizes memorialize the spirit of fearless truth-telling that New Orleanian Ron Ridenhour reflected throughout his extraordinary life and career as the whistleblower who uncovered the My Lai massacre and a George Polk Award-winning investigative reporter. Panelists include Eliza Griswold, Lauren Markham, and Heather Ann Thompson. Moderated by founder of the Prizes, Randy Fertel.