When Speaking Truth to Power Costs You Your Job

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When Speaking Truth to Power Costs You Your Job

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My name is Brad, and for years I’ve used my voice to advocate for people — both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. I believe in standing up for justice, equality, and human dignity, even when it isn’t easy.

Recently, I lost my job working under a federal contract at USCIS after I publicly denounced Charlie Kirk’s racism, white nationalism, and hateful rhetoric. Shortly after I spoke out, I was doxxed online and flooded with hundreds of death threats. Within 48 hours of this harassment campaign, my access was cut off and I was terminated — despite never having received any warnings or negative performance reviews during my time with the agency.

I’ve always passed background checks and disclosures without issue, and I’ve built my career on professionalism and integrity. But now I’m facing sudden unemployment because I refused to stay silent in the face of hate.

This fundraiser will help me cover immediate bills and expenses for me and my dog, and the costs of pursuing accountability through proper channels. More importantly, it will allow me to continue advocating for others — without being silenced by intimidation or political pressure.

If you believe in standing up to hate, if you believe that no one should lose their livelihood for calling out racism and white nationalism, I ask for your support. Every contribution helps me fight back and keep using my voice for good.

Thank you for standing with me in this moment.

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    Brad Rantz
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    Washington D.C., DC

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