Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood is a celebrated author, best known for her dystopian novel, 'The Handmaid's Tale.' She is currently newsworthy due to two primary reasons. First, she recently commented on the increasing plausibility of the themes explored in 'The Handmaid's Tale,' citing contemporary political and social trends. Second, she is among over 200 prominent cultural figures who have signed an open letter calling for the release of Marwan Barghouti, a jailed Palestinian leader. This international campaign aims to free Barghouti, who is seen by many as a potential unifying figure for a future Palestinian state. Atwood's involvement highlights her continued engagement with social and political issues, solidifying her reputation as not only a significant literary figure but also a vocal advocate for human rights.