Echoes of Protest: The 1968 Democratic Convention

This chapter examines the parallels between the ongoing Democratic National Convention and the historical 1968 convention, marked by significant anti-war protests. It explores the impact of the Tet Offensive on American political sentiment and the anti-war movement, highlighting the complexity of factional divisions within activist groups. The discussion contrasts past and present strategies for civil disobedience and the evolving dynamics of state violence against protesters.