“Our public officials have forgotten that they are ultimately accountable to the people who put them in office, that the information they keep in secrecy belongs to all of us.”

Japanese artist and peace activist, born 1933. She is best known for her avant-garde performances and multimedia artworks that explore themes of war, love, and human connection. Her collaborations with John Lennon, particularly the Plastic Ono Band and their activism, remain iconic in music and art history.