Scott A. Leadingham

Staff Writer

Scott A. Leadingham is a Freedom Forum staff writer. He has worked as a journalist and newsroom trainer, and he has also worked as a reporter, editor and news director in public media in the Northwest and Midwest. He previously oversaw training and professional development for the national Society of Professional Journalists, based in Indianapolis. He studied political science and public policy at Central Washington University and earned a master’s degree in public affairs from Indiana University Bloomington. He was raised in eastern Washington and now lives in Spokane and considers himself a lifelong (and long-suffering) Seattle Mariners fan.

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Articles by Scott A. Leadingham

A photo showing William Barber in a glass-enclosed room, looking sidelong into the camera and wearing a large cross, with text overlay reading First Amendment Profile: 1A in Action

1A in Action: The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II and Organizing for Change

We highlight the Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II as part of our 1A in Action series.
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Covering Protests as a College Journalist: Know Your Rights

What college students can (and can't) do when covering protests on campus.
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1A in Action: Kate Lindley and Speaking Out About Book Access

We highlight Kate Lindley as part of our 1A in Action series.
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