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More copies of this ISBNThe Civil Disobedience Handbook: A Brief History and Practical Advice for the Politically Disenchantedby James Tracy
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Non-violent civil disobedience is an American tradition, an essential element of a working democracy. From the Bill of
Rights and Henry David Thoreau's classic 1849 essay On the Duty of Civil Disobedience to contemporary direct action tactics utilized by the Ruckus Society and other non-violent groups, this handbook outlines a brief history of social
protest. Helpful resources and handy information for people interested in continuing this important process for political change are included, as well as tips on everything from getting arrested to
manipulating the media. Synopsis:From Thoreau's classic essay "On the Duty of Civil Disobedience" (reprinted in its entirety) to contemporary direct-action tactics used by the Ruckus Society and other nonviolent groups, this handbook outlines a brief history of social protest and provides information and resources for individuals interested in continuing the tradition. Advice on everything from being arrested to defending women's health clinics is included. About the AuthorJames Tracy is a long-time organizer active in anti-poverty work. He is coordinator of Right to a Roof, a part of San Francisco's Coalition on Homelessness. Tracy often performs with the spoken word troupe Molotov Mouths. He lives in Berkeley, California. Table of ContentsWhy Dissent Still Matters 7
Bill of Rights 9 The Boston Tea Party 11 On the Duty of Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau 12 Women are People, Too: The Suffragettes 30 The Folks Who Brought You the Weekend: The Labor Movement 30 I Have A Dream: The Civil Rights Movement 32 Peace Now: The Anti--Vietnam War Movement 35 From Activist to Officer: One Cop's Story 36 Defending A Woman's Right To Choose 39 The Art of Social Justice 41 Housing Takeovers 44 The Whole World Was Watching: Seattle 99 45 Governmental Surveillance and Disruption: COINTELPRO and Beyond 46 Summary of H.R. 3162, the USA PATRIOT Act 50 Direct Action and Civil Disobedience 68 Planning 69 Affinity Groups 70 To Get A Permit? 71 Appoint Police Monitors and Police Liaisons 72 Jail Support 73 You Have The Right To Remain Silent — Use It! 74 HIV and Other Medical Considerations 75 Voluntary and Informed Risk 75 The Race Question 75 Legal Issues 76 Warning or Command 77 Arrest 77 Processing and Booking 78 First Date In Court 79 The Trial 79 Verdict and Sentencing 79 Federal Government/Property 80 Raising a Ruckus 82 Checklist for Effective Direct Action Media 84 Poem for an Activist Who Doubts Herself 90 Resources 92 What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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