D.W. Gibson

D.W. Gibson, an author and journalist known for his work on the 1999 Seattle WTO protests, shares insights from his book, One Week to Change the World. He discusses how the Seattle protests catalyzed modern anarchism and the role of diverse coalitions—from farmers to punks—in shaping grassroots movements. Gibson contrasts the effectiveness of playful tactics with the challenges of police militarization and reflects on the changing perceptions of civil disobedience. He emphasizes the importance of local organizing and building relationships for impactful activism.