

The 1968 DNC
Aug 19, 2024
The tumult of the 1968 Democratic National Convention unfolds with anti-war protests and political chaos. The assassination of Robert F. Kennedy shakes a nation grappling with disillusionment. The emergence of the radical Yippies illustrates the clash between traditional politics and vibrant activism. Media biases and police violence complicate the narrative, drawing stark parallels to today's protests. As past struggles reflect current unrest, themes of perseverance and societal change resonate throughout.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reflecting on the 1968 Democratic National Convention
01:42 • 2min
Protests and Polarization: 1968 DNC
03:21 • 13min
The Rise of the Yippies
16:46 • 4min
Yippies and the Festival of Life
20:35 • 7min
Protests and Media: A Historical Lens
27:05 • 9min
Turmoil and Transformation: The 1968 DNC
35:42 • 8min
Political Mobilization and Chaos at the 1968 DNC
44:04 • 7min
Divided at the DNC: 1968's Turbulent Legacy
51:09 • 8min
Reflections on Disenchantment and Perseverance
59:04 • 3min