"J'accuse" is an open letter written by French writer Émile Zola in 1898. It was published in the newspaper L'Aurore and addressed to the French government, criticizing the wrongful conviction of Jewish army officer Alfred Dreyfus. Zola's letter exposed the anti-Semitism and corruption within the military and judicial systems, calling for justice and truth. The publication of "J'accuse" sparked a major public debate in France, leading to a significant political scandal known as the Dreyfus Affair. Zola's bold stance made him a prominent figure in the fight for civil rights and highlighted the dangers of prejudice and injustice in society.