PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Date: September 13, 2025
Ben Cable Honored as Best Free Speech Advocate in Journalism of 2025
Las Vegas, NV – Best of Best Review has named journalist, videographer, and award-winning actor Ben Cable the Best Free Speech Advocate in Journalism of 2025, recognizing his uncompromising commitment to truth, independence, and diversity in media.
Cable, founder of the independent platform Citizen Ben, has built a reputation for fearlessly challenging mainstream narratives and defending free speech in an era dominated by corporate influence. His motto, Truth Without Compromise, has become both a rallying cry and a guiding philosophy for his workBen Cable – Article Feature (US….
“Journalism is about truth. We live in a world where facts are often twisted, narratives are skewed, and voices are silenced. Citizen Ben isn’t just about reporting the news—it’s about fighting for the truth, no matter what,” said Cable.
A Voice for Free Speech and Inclusion
Through Citizen Ben, Cable has created a reader-funded media platform dedicated to free speech, diversity, and inclusion. By refusing corporate sponsorships or advertising, Cable ensures full editorial independence—giving readers unfiltered access to stories that inform, educate, and empower without compromiseBen Cable – Article Feature (US….
Recognition of Integrity
In announcing the award, Best of Best Review praised Cable for standing apart in a crowded media landscape:
“Through Citizen Ben, Ben Cable has demonstrated what it means to be uncompromising in the pursuit of truth. His work is fearless, authentic, and a refreshing reminder that journalism can still be independent.”Ben Cable – Article Feature (US…
Looking Ahead
With Citizen Ben growing rapidly, Cable plans to expand the platform’s reach while holding fast to its founding values. His focus remains on creating a space where honest dialogue can flourish and diverse voices can be heard.
Join the Movement
Readers can support Ben Cable’s award-winning work by subscribing to Citizen Ben at CitizenBen.Substack.com. To learn more, visit CitizenBen.net and follow Citizen Ben on Facebook and YouTube.
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Citizen Ben Issues Urgent Warning On Threat to LGBTQ+ Marriage And American Civil Rights
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August 14, 2025, 16:00 GMT
Marcial (R) and Benjamin Cable-McCarthy (L) 1993
New Op-Ed Draws Historical Parallels Between Today’s Attacks and America’s Darkest Eras of Persecution
Let’s be clear, American Rights are under attack. The United States has stood at this cliff before and been pulled back by collective action, protest, and courage.”
— Ben Cable
LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — New Op-Ed Draws Historical Parallels Between Today’s Attacks and America’s Darkest Eras of Persecution
In a blistering new op-ed, journalist and activist Ben Cable, writing under his Citizen Ben platform, warns that the United States is “standing at the cliff edge” as the Trump administration and Project 2025 allies move to dismantle marriage equality and roll back hard-fought LGBTQ+ rights.
The piece, titled First They Came for Women’s Rights… Now They’re Coming for LGBTQ+ Families, traces the political and legal attacks on same-sex marriage to historical moments when the U.S. criminalized LGBTQ+ existence. Cable details decades of persecution — from police raids and blacklists to the FBI’s Lavender Scare under J. Edgar Hoover — showing how quickly civil liberties can vanish.
“This is not a hypothetical threat,” Cable writes. “It is a coordinated, well-funded effort to erase the legal foundation of hundreds of thousands of American families. Once marriage falls, all other rights are next.”
The op-ed connects past and present:
Historical persecution — arrests for public dancing or affection, Hollywood blacklists, and government surveillance of LGBTQ+ citizens.
Modern parallels — ICE monitoring Pride events, political leaders advocating bans on drag performances and gender-affirming care, and the expansion of extremist watchlists to include LGBTQ+ activists.
Urgent warning — The Supreme Court’s potential consideration this fall of a case that could challenge Obergefell v. Hodges, the landmark 2015 ruling legalizing same-sex marriage.
About Ben Cable
In 1993, Ben Cable stood alongside his partner, Marcial Cable-McCarthy, in one of the earliest legal battles for marriage equality, when such a stance was considered political suicide. That same year, Cable shared the podium with Rev. Jesse Jackson at the National Press Club during the March on Washington. In front of the gathered media, Cable asked the Reverend if he supported gay marriage, to which Jackson famously replied, “And why not?” It was the affirmation Cable needed during what became an uphill, costly, and emotional battle.
Support for their gay marriage fight came largely from heterosexual allies, as many LGBTQ+ organizations were focused on issues like Gays in the Military and the AIDS crisis. Their legal team consisted mainly of family and attorney Paul S. Marchand, with later public backing from celebrity attorney Gloria Allred and an amicus brief from the ACLU. Ultimately, the California Supreme Court denied their case—but their courage, persistence, and visibility helped pave the way for the eventual nationwide legalization of same-sex marriage in Obergefell v. Hodges in 2015.
Cable, who continues to fight for civil rights through investigative journalism and public advocacy, frames the current moment as one that affects every American:
“If they can dissolve the marriages of LGBTQ+ couples overnight, no civil liberty is safe — not yours, not mine, not anyone’s.”
The article calls for immediate civic action, urging readers to speak out, support legal defense organizations like Lambda Legal and the ACLU, and vote in every election — local to federal.
The full op-ed is available now on Citizen Ben at: CitizenBen.Substack.com
Political Writer Ben Cable Declares “Obituary of Democracy” in Stark New Essay
04-22-2025 10:44 AM CET | Politics, Law & Society
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Obituary of Democracy (1776-2025) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 19, 2025
New York, NY – On April 18th, political commentator Ben Cable, widely known as Citizen Ben, published a provocative essay titled Obituary of Democracy (1775 – 2025) on his Substack platform. The essay paints a bleak picture of the current state of democracy in the United States, sparking widespread discussion and debate among readers and political observers.
In the obituary, Cable declares that democracy as a system has effectively died, survived only by the ultra-wealthy and politically untouchable oligarchs who continue to exploit what remains of the republic. He writes, “Democracy is survived only by the ultra-wealthy and politically immune oligarchs who now dine on what remains of the republic, and by the poor, voiceless, and forgotten, those left to bury the corpse of a system that once promised liberty and justice for all.” This powerful statement underscores Cable’s view that the democratic process has been hollowed out, leaving many citizens disenfranchised and powerless.
Responding to potential readers who may find the essay upsetting or shocking, Cable’s message is clear and direct: “…GOOD, do something about it!” His call to action urges citizens to engage actively in political processes and work toward restoring democratic values.
The full obituary can be read at bencable.substack.com.
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About Ben Cable
Ben Cable, an American actor and writer known online as Citizen Ben, is a political writer and commentator recognized for his unique and occasionally brash analysis of American politics. Through his writing, he seeks to provoke thoughtful dialogue and encourage civic engagement.
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