Summary: The article discusses the challenges faced by whistleblowers who try to hold the rich and powerful accountable for their wrongdoings. The author explains that whistleblowers act as an early warning signal and defense mechanism for the common good, but they often face oppressive and stigmatized labels. The article argues that legislatures should provide the protections that whistleblowers deserve, and it seeks to explain, expose, and validate the turmoil many whistleblowers often endure alone. The author also shares her personal experience as a whistleblower and highlights the need for language and concepts to explain the experience.