Divine Intervention Chapter 7: The Fight of the Century
Apr 22, 2025
Jim Carroll, a prominent activist and writer in the Catholic anti-war movement, joins Keith Forsyth, known for his role in the FBI office break-in, to discuss their daring resistance against J. Edgar Hoover's oppressive tactics. They delve into the high-stakes activism during the Vietnam War, examining how love and personal turmoil fueled their commitment to dissent. The guests also shed light on the repercussions of FBI surveillance and the raw emotions entwined in their brave acts of defiance against governmental overreach.
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Hoover Declares War On The Catholic Left
- J. Edgar Hoover publicly labeled the Catholic left as a violent domestic threat in 1970 to justify expanding FBI power.
- That public accusation marked a turning point where Hoover effectively declared war on dissenters within the Church.
Secret Affair Between Marianne And Patrick
- Marianne and Father Patrick fell into a secret romantic affair while still operating in the Catholic left movement.
- Their intimacy complicated group dynamics as Patrick continued priestly duties without disclosure.
Somerville Draft Board Raid And Bonfire
- Paul, Sarah, Marianne and others executed a draft board raid in Somerville by stealing 1A files and mailing them back to draftees.
- They later burned remaining files at Miles Standish Park, narrowly avoiding arrest during a roadside traffic stop.