Lee Weiner (Knihy)

Lee Weiner Knihy

Lee Weiner was a prominent figure in the political activism of the 1960s, particularly known for his involvement in the events surrounding the 1968 Democratic National Convention. While acquitted of charges related to inciting a riot and instructing on the creation of incendiary devices, his case brought significant attention to the era's social and political climate. His experiences offer a lens through which to examine the turbulent intersection of protest, law, and societal change during a pivotal period in American history. Weiner's perspective provides valuable insight into the motivations and consequences of civil disobedience.

Conspiracy to Riot: The Life and Times of One of the Chicago 7

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In March 1969, eight young men were indicted by the federal government for conspiracy to incite a riot. The group included a little-known community activist and social worker named Lee Weiner, who was just as surprised as the rest of the country when his name was called. The ensuing trial of the Chicago 7 was a media sensation, and it changed Weiner's life forever. As he recalls in his memoir, the trial of the Chicago 7 was part of a long tradition of American radicalism that had shaped him from an early age and remain directly relevant to today's efforts to change America for the better. Weiner shows how commitment to your ideals can change your destiny-- for better and for worse. -- adapted from jacket