ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Jeffrey Wigand

Jeffrey Wigand is a man who knew important information about some companies that made things that people put into their mouths, like cigarettes and food. But when he wanted to tell people what he knew, the companies didn't want him to. They told him to keep quiet and not say anything. But Jeffrey thought it was important for people to know the truth about what they were doing to their bodies when they used these products. So he decided to speak out and tell the truth, even though it was scary and could get him in trouble with the companies. This made him a very important person, because he helped people learn important information that could help them make better choices about their health.