Gabriel Thompson

About the Author

Gabriel Thompson is an acclaimed nonfiction writer and journalist whose work illuminates the lives of marginalized communities in America. Drawing from his extensive fieldwork and immersive reporting, he brings a compassionate yet unflinching lens to issues of labor, immigration, and social justice. Thompson's narratives often stem from his own experiences in low-wage jobs, offering readers profound insights into the human cost of economic inequality. A former editor at outlets like The Nation and a contributor to publications such as Harper's and The New York Times, he holds a deep commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. His book Chasing the Harvest: Migrant Workers in California Agriculture (Voice of Witness) exemplifies his dedication to documenting the struggles of farmworkers in the fields.