E-mail a friendJune 13, 2006
Daniel Ellsberg, whose actions in '71 ushered in the era of whistle-blowing, believes an Iraq version of the Pentagon Papers exists. Celebrated menswear fashion designer Ozwald Boateng tells why America is important to him.
Daniel Ellsberg
Daniel Ellsberg
Daniel Ellsberg made history in '71, and risked his career and freedom, when he leaked the Pentagon Papers. His action sparked a landmark freedom-of-the-press case and set in motion events that helped bring down the Nixon presidency and end the Vietnam War. A former Marine, RAND Corporation analyst and Defense Department and White House consultant, the Harvard Ph.D. published his much-acclaimed memoir, Secrets, in '02. Still a passionate activist, Ellsberg lectures, writes and speaks out about current events.
Ozwald Boateng
Ozwald Boateng
Acclaimed menswear designer Ozwald Boateng introduced Savile Row tailoring to a new generation. A native of Ghana, he was raised in London and has always celebrated his African heritage. Self-taught, he started out selling shirts at a street market stall at age 16 and, by age 23, had set up a full-time business. He uses his clout, with his Made in Africa Trust, to help financiers give aid to Africans. Named one of '100 Great Black Britons,' Boateng's career is chronicled in a Sundance Channel 8-part documentary.