7 Most Influential Events of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement
For most people, the 1960s civil rights movement began with the decision of the Supreme Court in 1954, which attempted to get rid of segregated education. Others see it as…
Neil Young Remembers Kent State Massacre
(revised and updated March, 2021) Neil Young’s song Ohio , about the Kent State Massacre, does not cause an emotional response from most young people today. That is understandable since…
Protests of the 60s – Boomer Politics of the Past
(revised March, 2021) “Give Peace a Chance” are the words of John Lennon from back in the 60s protests days. Protests get a lot of play in the news over…
The Chicago 7 – A Mirror of Us – Then and Now
(updated March, 2021) To some, the Chicago 7 were a symbol of the activists wing of the flower children, our generation. No matter what you think of Abbie Hoffman, Jerry…
60s Activist is a Boomer Medical Hero
(completely revised and updated February 2021) The Making of a 60s Activist Larry Brilliant was a former hippie, a follower of a Hindu Guru, a buddy of Wavy Gravy, and…
Rainbow Family of Living Light – Hippie Love In?
(revised and updated February, 2021) Hippie Rainbow Family of Living Light Meeting What are you planning for the 4th of July? Thousands of free, peace-loving peoples attend the Rainbow Family…
Levon Helm: More than a Drummer for Dylan’s Band
(revised and updated February, 2021) “Daniel, Daniel and the sacred harp, dancin’ through the clover.” Levon Helm sang it so well. Daniel carrying the harp from the Sea of Galilee.…
Bike Riding for Seniors: Doing it With A Club
(updated February, 2021) For this Baby Boomer, road cycling is my new craze. I love it. Not that I am great at it or anything, but I love to have…