Karen Silkwood

Karen Silkwood was a factory worker at a nuclear power plant who became a whistleblower in the early 1970s. She uncovered safety violations and potential health hazards related to radioactive contamination, risking her job to expose these issues. Silkwood’s efforts highlighted concerns about nuclear safety and corporate accountability. Her story gained national attention, especially after her mysterious death in a car accident in 1974, which many believe was connected to her activism. Silkwood’s work contributed to increased awareness and reforms in nuclear safety standards.