4.01.07 political funerals and obituaries

Remembering Tony Henry And a Generation of Leaders

Tony Henry, 1989. PHOTO: American Friends Service Committee
Authors: Keith Harvey

Summary:

We need to remember that the dream was not just Dr. King's, but belongs to the many, many people who gave their time, their energy -- even their lives -- to achieve this powerful vision.

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One Way to Live a Pacifist Life: After 80 Years of Activism - WWII CO Ralph DiGia Dies

Ralph DiGia promoting war tax resistance on tax day, April 17, 2007. photo: Ed Hedemann

Summary:

The US Attorney referred him to the War Resisters League. He never left.

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Inside-Out and Upside-Down: An Interview with Anne Braden

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Authors: June Rostan

Summary:

"For whites, none of this will change unless we deal with white supremacy. It's fine to sit and talk and get your heart in the right place, but it ain't going to have one bit of impact."

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