Whistleblowers: Public heroes, corporate villains

Whistleblowers face retaliation, ostracization, chronic stress and even being blacklisted from their industry. The author examines why these courageous truth tellers choose to speak out, backlash they face from their employers, legal protections afforded to them and considerations they should weigh before coming forward.

Editor's note: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.