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In Honor of Howard Zinn

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by NGNM85, Jan 27, 2010.

  1. NGNM85

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    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/2 ... 39350.html

    Tragically, Howard Zinn passed away from a heart attack, at the age of 87. He was a tireless activist against racism, class oppression, US aggression overseas, and human rights. Also, a prolific scholar and beloved university professor, and author, most famously, of the celebrated "People's History of the United States." I wish we had a lot more like him, we lost a great one, tonight. Rest in peace.

    For those who are unfamiliar, here's a brief bio; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Zinn

    For anyone who hasn't read "People's History", do yourself a favor. He has also authored several other excellent books.
     

  2. punkmar77

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    21 Chord Salute...Cheers Howard.. You were a true MOTHERFUCKER :beer:
     
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  4. ASA

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    fuck! thanks for headsup, speak the truth, tell our stories
     
  5. dwtcos

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    Awwh man. I just started peoples history.
     
  6. we're_all_dead_anyway

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    A sad day. A People's History changed my life and how i viewed the world. A truly great man will be missed.
     
  7. punkmar77

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    Revolutionaries come in all shapes and sizes..... :rock:

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  8. ASA

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    send usa copy
     
  9. JunkieSeahorse

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    I read A People's History of United States when i was a 1st grade student of history and it was really enlightening to me...rest in peace Howard Zinn...we wont forgive you!
     
  10. ASA

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    i rex stud terkels book of interviews with others too, enlightening as hell
     
  11. NGNM85

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    I heard him speak in Faneuil Hall about two years ago, i think with Amy Goodman, and he gave a great speech. He actually sat next to me and I wanted to just say "Hi" and just say how much I respeected him and his work, but he was talking to somebody and I just said to hell with it. It never occurred to me that would be the last chance.

    Here's a great lecture;
    "Three Holy Wars"
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUBYI97cUgU

    I'll post some more later.
    RIP Howard, you are missed.
     
  12. back2front

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    Zinn reminded me that the fight-back is and always has been massive - by looking at the history of those in struggle that's where you'll find the real humanity and the real culture.
     
  13. Probe

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    i live in Australia so i didnt really know much about Zinn but i will definetely try and read The book " A people's History of the UNited States"
    i just read like a small chapter summary in wiki and it sounds good :ecouteurs:
     
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