political activists

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political activists

Wild grass

three portraits of change in modern China
2005
Explores the lives and political activism of three Chinese people who work to fight governmental oppression and corruption.

The politics of protest

social movements in America
2007
Contains a short history of social movements in the United States along with a discussion on the American Republic and the origins of movements as well as the strategy and tactics of social protest.

The soul in the computer

the story of a corporate revolutionary
2001
Part memoir and part how-to manual for corporate "revolutionaries," Hewlett-Packard Barbara Waugh's story shows how successful transformation is the result of a series of "small wins.".

Breaking ranks

1989
A collection of portraits about courageous individuals.

Life in Burma military prisons

memoir of a pro-democracy advocate
2005
The author describes his experiences during the eight and a half years he was incarcerated in three military prisons in Burma.

Perfect hostage

a life of Aung San Suu Kyi, Burma's prisoner of conscience
2007
Chronicles the life of Nobel Peace-prize recipient, pro-democracy activist, and leader of the National League for Democracy in Burma Aung San Suu Kyi; and includes photographs.

Paul Robeson

"I want to make freedom ring"
2008
Presents a brief biography of African-American singer, actor, and civil rights activist Paul Robeson that profiles his life and career.

Static

government liars, media cheerleaders, and the people who fight back
2006
The authors present their perspective on the Bush administration's handling of the Iraq War, Hurricane Katrina disaster, and other national and international situations.

MoveOn's 50 ways to love your country

how to find your political voice and become a catalyst for change
2004
Presents personal stories from fifty members of the liberal political action organization MoveOn about the specific ways in which they have tried to make a difference in their communities, nation, and world, and includes related tips and resources at the end of each essay.

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