- **Background**: Ralph Nader (born 1934) is an American consumer advocate, lawyer, and author. He is best known for his work in promoting consumer protection, [[Environmentalism]], and [[Government]] accountability. - **Consumer Advocacy**: Nader rose to prominence in the 1960s with his book *Unsafe at Any Speed* (1965), which criticised the auto industry for prioritising profits over safety. The book led to significant reforms, including the passage of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. - **Key Contributions**: - Nader has been a vocal critic of corporate power and its influence on government, advocating for stronger regulations to protect consumers, workers, and the environment. - He founded numerous organizations, including the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), to promote consumer rights and hold [[Corporations]] accountable. - Nader has also been a prominent critic of the revolving door between government and corporations, where officials move between regulatory roles and corporate jobs, often leading to conflicts of interest. - **Political Activism**: Nader ran for U.S. President multiple times as a third-party candidate, most notably in 2000 as the Green Party candidate. His campaigns focused on reducing corporate influence in politics, promoting social justice, and addressing income inequality. `Concepts:` `Knowledge Base:`