Sarah Leah Whitson

Sarah Leah Whitson is the executive director of Democracy for the Arab World Now (Dawn), a nonprofit organization that advocates for Arab human rights and democracy. She has a background in international law and human rights, and has been an outspoken critic of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, particularly regarding its support for Israel. Whitson has played a key role in bringing attention to alleged war crimes and human rights violations, and her recent statements highlight her concerns over U.S. complicity in these issues.