Claud Cockburn was an influential British journalist, polemicist, and author known for his radical political views. He co-founded the political weekly newsletter 'The Week' in 1933, which gained notoriety for its inside information and critical stance on government policy. A committed communist for much of his life, his work often challenged the establishment and exposed political scandals. His incisive wit and controversial reporting left a lasting mark on 20th-century British journalism.