Author Bios

Nancy Reiko Kato is an activist in AFSCME 3299 at UC Hastings College of the Law. Send feedback to [email protected].

Jen Roesch is a writer, teacher and activist in NYC. She currently teaches English at a middle school in the Bronx. She's been a frequent writer and speaker on …

Amy K. Liebman, MPA, MA has devoted her career to improving the safety and health of disenfranchised populations. Since 1999, she has served as Director of Environmental and Occupational …

Bishop Dwayne D. Royster is the political director of PICO (People Improving Communities through Organizing) National Network. In addition to his work with PICO National Network, the bishop has served in …

Julia Jones is an Australian socialist and a contributor to Red Flag.

Michael Pappas is a resident physician practicing family medicine in New York City. He can be contacted at [email protected].

Ciara Taylor is a founding member of the Dream Defenders and currently serves as the organization's Director of Political Consciousness.

Jonathan Hettleman is a contributor to the Brennan Center for Justice. 

Alexa Mencia is a journalist based in Chicago. She's completing her master's degree at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, specializing in social justice and investigative reporting. Follow her …

Brooke Anderson is an Oakland, California-based organizer and photojournalist. She has spent 20 years building movements for social, economic, racial and ecological justice. She is a proud union member …