Counterculture and Activism in the '60s

This chapter examines the vibrant ethos of the 1960s counterculture movement, focusing on The Human Being event aimed at uniting various hippie and political factions. It recounts experiences of youth activism at San Francisco State College amidst the Vietnam War, highlighting significant figures like Abby Hoffman and Jerry Rubin, and the tension surrounding the 1968 Democratic Convention. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the chapter illustrates the clash of ideologies and the passionate pursuit of social change during a pivotal time in American history.