As Americans, we rightfully place tremendous value on having a free and independent press. Our role as journalists is to give voice to the voiceless, and hold our leaders and institutions accountable. But the circle is only completed when that information is consumed by a free-thinking and engaged audience.

Today we all are enjoying the fruits of the digital era. Millions of sources of information coming at us at lightning fast speed. That technology has also democratized the gathering and dissemination of news, allowing for 'citizen journalists' to make their mark, even usurping the role of mainstream news organizations at times.

I like movies that resonate, that give voice to the voiceless.

The American people do not have the information upon which they can hold the administration and responsible agencies accountable. I call that a coverup.

I think there is value in having practising scientists as leaders of research institutions.

My self-imposed mandate is to be the voice for the voiceless.