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Henry Hicks

Manager, U.S. Free Expressions Programs

Henry Hicks IV (he/him) is a Washington, D.C.-based writer and organizer. Prior to joining PEN America, Henry has organized with Relentless to build relational-first programs for Democratic and progressive campaigns; with the Kamala Harris For the People presidential campaign; and with Tennessee-based racial justice and voting rights nonprofit, The Equity Alliance. Additionally, Henry has spent time in the offices of former U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper (TN-05) and Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), as well as at AmeriCorps HQ, where he supported the mission of the Biden-Harris Administration.

Henry is a graduate of Oberlin College, is a 2020 Harry S. Truman Scholar, and was most recently a finalist for the 2023 Rhodes Scholarship. In his spare time, he works as a freelance writer and reporter. His work has appeared in In These Times, Teen Vogue, The Brooklyn Rail, Bolts, and more.

Publications

Resilience to disinformation starts at home
Miami Herald, December 2024

Articles by Henry Hicks

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U.S. Free ExpressionDisinformation
Wednesday June 11

Guide to Combating Los Angeles Immigration Protest Mis/Disinformation

Mis- and disinformation are spreading in the wake of the immigration-related protests and escalating law enforcement and military response in LA.

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Disinformation
Thursday October 31

This Arizona election official is worried about political violence. He believes community can be the solution.

Bill Gates, a member of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, is clear-eyed about the threat that disinformation poses.

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Disinformation
Monday October 21

A Guide to Developing a Healthier News Diet

A healthy news diet can help us challenge our thinking by broadening what we consume to include several types of media.

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More Articles by Henry Hicks

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Disinformation
Monday August 19

In combating disinformation, Black River Life founder says fighting white supremacy is crucial. Here’s what journalistic repair looks like.

Disinformation
Thursday August 1

Disinformation is taking a toll on LGBTQ rights. Here’s how two Phoenix journalists are trying to slow its spread.