Noam Chomsky

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Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomsky is an American linguist, philosopher, and political activist, widely regarded as a foundational figure in modern linguistics and cognitive science. A laureate professor at the University of Arizona and professor emeritus at MIT, he is one of the world's most cited scholars and has authored over 150 books. His theories, such as universal grammar, revolutionized the study of language, while his extensive social criticism has established him as a prominent voice on the political left.

Chomsky's notability stems from his dual legacy as an academic pioneer and a public intellectual. In academia, he is often called "the father of modern linguistics" for his work that shaped the field. Concurrently, since the 1960s, he has been a consistent and influential critic of U.S. foreign policy, corporate power, and the media, making him a major figure in political discourse for decades.

Recently, Chomsky has been in the news due to newly disclosed documents concerning his association with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to reports from various news outlets in late 2025, these documents suggest that Chomsky's ties with Epstein were deeper and more extensive than had been previously acknowledged. The revelations have prompted renewed public scrutiny of the nature of their relationship.

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