Hedges Chris Vedic birth chart profile
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Hedges Chris

★ September 18, 1956 · Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
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Moon Sign
Aquarius
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Sun Sign
Virgo
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Ascendant
Leo
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Nakshatra
Shatabhisha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Venus / Venus / Mars · Sep 2026 – Nov 2026
WritersTeacherHumanities+Social SciencesTravel for workSame Job more than 10 yrsSpiritual Leader/ GuruMultiple MarriagesMarried to Foreigner
Biography

Who is Hedges Chris?

American journalist, activist, author, and Presbyterian minister. Hedges is also known as the best-selling author of several books including War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning (2002)—a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award for Nonfiction—Empire of Illusion: The End of Literacy and the Triumph of Spectacle (2009), Death of the Liberal Class (2010), the New York Times best seller, written with cartoonist Joe Sacco, Days of Destruction, Days of Revolt (2012), and his most recent Wages of Rebellion: The Moral Imperative of Revolt (2015). Hedges is currently a columnist for the progressive news and commentary website Truthdig, a senior fellow at The Nation Institute in New York City, and a contributing author for OpEdNews. He spent nearly two decades as a foreign correspondent in Central America, the Middle East, Africa and the Balkans. He has reported from more than fifty countries, and has worked for The Christian Science Monitor, NPR, Dallas Morning News, and The New York Times, where he was a foreign correspondent for fifteen years (1990–2005). In 2002, Hedges was part of a group of eight reporters at The New York Times awarded the Pulitzer Prize for the papers coverage of global terrorism. He also received the Amnesty International Global Award for Human Rights Journalism in 2002. He has taught at Columbia University, New York University, Princeton University and the University of Toronto. He currently teaches prisoners at a maximum-security prison in New Jersey. He has described himself as a socialist. Chris Hedges is married to the Canadian actress Eunice Wong; they have two children. Hedges also has two children from a previous marriage. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Chris Hedges

Chris Hedges (born September 18, 1956) is an American journalist, author and public intellectual. He has reported from multiple conflict zones and has written extensively on war, politics, religion and social justice.

News & Current Coverage

  • Continues to publish essays and articles critiquing U.S. foreign policy, corporate power and social inequities. His work often appears on progressive outlets such as The Nation and Truthdig, and he participates in lectures and public conversations.
  • Discusses climate justice, economic inequality and anti-war activism in various interviews and live streams.

Selected Works

  • War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning (2003) – explores the human costs of war and the psychological impact on soldiers and civilians.
  • American Fascists: The Christian Right and the War on America (2008) – a critical examination of religious fundamentalisms in U.S. politics.
  • Death of the Liberal Class (2010) – a critique of the crisis of liberal politics in the United States.
  • Days of Destruction, Days of Revolt (2012) – co-authored with Joe Sacco, a graphic-novel style examination of urban decay and social harm in the United States.

Recent Projects

  • Public speaking engagements, book tours, and participation in independent media projects.
  • Contributions to independent outlets and collaborations with journalists on critical issues facing democracy and human rights.

Social Media & Online Presence

Chris Hedges maintains public profiles on major social media platforms. For current handles and pages, please visit his official website or search verified profiles on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and YouTube.

Notes

Information about public figures can change. For the most up-to-date information, consult reliable sources and the subject’s official channels.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Hedges Chris's birth chart?

3 FOUND

Hedges Chris's chart shows 3 Raj Yogas, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Adhi Yoga, Chandra-Mangala Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Hedges Chris running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Hedges Chris is currently in the Venus mahadasha, running from Sep 4, 2026 to Nov 14, 2026.

PREVIOUSMay 24, 2026 - Sep 4, 2026
Venus / Venus / Moon
NOWSep 4, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
Venus / Venus / Mars
NEXTNov 14, 2026 - May 14, 2027
Venus / Venus / Rahu
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What do Hedges Chris's numerology numbers say?

Hedges Chris's core numbers are Destiny 4, Soul Urge 4, Personality 3, Karmic Debt 14.

◎Destiny
4

Chaldean Destiny 4 indicates practical building through discipline and systems. It supports operations, engineering, execution, and stable long-term progress.

❖Soul Urge
4

Chaldean Soul 4 desires stability and certainty. It seeks routine, reliability, and a grounded structure to feel secure.

◇Personality
3

Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.

⚖Karmic Debt
14

Chaldean Karmic Debt 14 indicates lessons around freedom and moderation. It asks you to control excess, improve boundaries, and practice responsible choices.

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