Leslie Cockburn

About the Author

Leslie Cockburn is an acclaimed investigative journalist and author renowned for her fearless exposés on global politics and covert operations. With a career spanning decades, she has delved into the shadowy underbelly of international affairs, bringing to light hidden truths that challenge official narratives. Her groundbreaking work on the Iran-Contra scandal, detailed in her seminal book 'Out of Control: The Story of the Reagan Administration's Secret War in Nicaragua, the Illegal Arms Pipeline, and the Contra Drug Connection,' revealed the intricate web of illegal arms deals, drug trafficking, and U.S. foreign policy machinations during the 1980s. Cockburn's meticulous research and compelling prose have earned her numerous awards, including Emmys for her television documentaries, establishing her as a pivotal voice in nonfiction journalism. Beyond writing, she continues to influence public discourse through her collaborations with her husband, Andrew Cockburn, and her contributions to outlets like Vanity Fair and The Nation.