“Revealing lies, cover-ups, and abuses is not disloyal.… It is a  courageous and patriotic act.” —Daniel Ellsberg

"Ann Wright is a patriot. She is one of the most ethical and principled human beings I have ever met. She went into government service because she felt it was the right thing to do to help her country. —Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Pat Foote

"Ann Wright is an American hero. She has shown immense bravery and resolve in her quest for peace. For her energy and commitment to peace, justice, and strengthening democratic principles, Ann Wright has earned the first annual Truthout Freedom and Democracy Award. – Victoria Harper, truthout.org

"Truthout has traveled the country covering the anti-war movement, and wherever we go, Ann Wright is there providing steady leadership. We recently announced that Ann was one of three recipients of our first annual Freedom and Democracy Award. I'm sure I will see her soon. Wherever there is an important event calling for peace, Ann Wright will be there, leading by example." —Scott Galindez, truthout.org

View Col. (ret.) Ann Wright speaking at the San Diego City Club.