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CounterStory Media exists to audit the narrative by giving voice to marginalized people, amplifying their stories, and sharing their truths.

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  • Melissa Corrigan, she/her

    US Navy veteran, freelance writer & investigative columnist, philosopher & community builder. Ally. Advocate. Armed with truth and a keyboard.

  • Arturo Dominguez

    Journalist | News/Analysis: Human Rights, Politics, Immigration, Cuba, Latin America | Words: Unicorn Riot, Capitol Press, Latino Rebels, Orinoco Tribune | Editor: Antagonist Mag | Writers and Editors of Color Leader | \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddfa \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8

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    I stand for women's rights, tolerance, integrity, and compassion. Together we'll work to create a better world for our kids.

  • Blue Amp Media

    Blue Amp Media (BAM) is a pro-democracy media network delivering sharp analysis, accountability journalism, and culture-forward commentary—while amplifying new voices. Founded by Cliff Schecter with David Shuster.

  • Jenn Budd

    Author of “Against the Wall: My journey from Border Patrol agent to immigrant rights activist” & “ICE: What everyone needs to know.”

  • Tim Whitaker

    Former Christian Fundamentalist and Founder of The New Evangelicals. Now I expose Christian Nationalism. Looking for community? Thenewevangelicals.com/connect

  • Elizabeth Raven

    Venezuelan University Professor, Architect, designing books, videos, sculptures. Happy mother, partner, cousin and more. Profesora Universitaria venezolana, Arquitecta, diseñando libros, videos, esculturas. Feliz Madre, pareja, hermana prima y más.

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