On The Ground

On the Ground is a blog written by New York Times human rights journalist, Nicholas D. Kristof.  His articles primarily focus on women's rights, international conflict, and poverty. He protests injustice to those in underdeveloped nations, particularly in Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, Afghanistan, and Southeast Asia. He also protests a lack of action taken by developed nations, especially the United States, with articles like Obama and the Mess in Sudan. His perspective comes from years spent in the field and he is determined to share his experiences and understand the world outside suburban America. Whether it be Facebook Protests in Pakistan or Famine in Niger, Kristof gives first-hand accounts of life in underdeveloped nations, telling the world about the hardships they face and how they can be prevented. He's also popular for writing the book Half the Sky, which depicts the harsh reality of women's rights throughout the world.