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Daren Firestone was quoted in a recent Fortune article by Leo Schwartz on the late OpenAI whistleblower, Suchir Balaji. It’s a reminder of the difficult road that many whistleblowers tread.
Daren Firestone, an attorney who works regularly with whistleblowers, tells Fortune that it is common for them to experience loneliness and doubt. It’s partly why he advises his clients to stay anonymous and go through official channels such as government tip lines. “It creates enormous pressure on somebody and a feeling of isolation,” he says. “And if you’re isolated and you feel the world is against you, that can be challenging for even the most robust minds.”