Amy Goodman is an American journalist and the co-founder of the independent news program Democracy Now!. She is known for her commitment to investigative journalism and her focus on social justice issues. Goodman has received numerous awards for her work, including the George Polk Award and the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award. Goodman began her career in journalism in the 1990s and has since become a prominent voice in alternative media. She often covers topics that are overlooked by mainstream news outlets, such as human rights, environmental issues, and political activism. Her work aims to provide a platform for marginalized voices and promote informed public discourse.