think tank forum

You know, for the most part I don't agree with any of Howard Zinn's politics. That's probably why I loved reading his work. His work was always really thought provoking for me. He changed my way of thinking on many occasions ( though usually not to match his own ). And to be blunt, he succeeded in demonstrating an alternative view of history to millions of people. That alone warrants recognition.

This is the first time the loss of a famous person has really left me utterly saddened. He was one of the few living writers in politics and history today that presented such a totally unique and unrelentingly brilliant viewpoint on a wide range of issues.

I remember picking up "Passionate Declarations: Essays on War and Justice" just before the start of the Iraq war. And I was riveted reading the piece. His viewpoint brought a much needed alternative perspective.

To think that I'll never be able to read his opinion on events yet to come is truly disheartening. And, I can't say this about many authors but having never met the guy, I feel like I'm losing a friend.

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http://www.nycresistor.com/2010/01/28/history-hacker/

fuck it. got bored and wrote this.

I saw him speak in boston once. I wasn't very impressed, but I would say the exact opposite about a people's history, which I've read twice.

excellent blog post.

wow nny.. for some reason i would not have expected this. definitely misread you. i am impressed.

I felt the same way. I've been bummed out since I heard :(