The Young Lords Speak: Building Revolution on the Streets of Chicago Binding:Paperback Publisher: Library and Archives Canada

Publisher: Library and Archives Canada

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The Young Lords Speak: Building Revolution on the Streets of Chicago Binding:Paperback Publisher: Library and Archives CanadaRooted in a Chicago based street gang, the Young Lords grew into one of the most dynamic revolutionary community organizations of the late 1960s and early '70s. In their field jackets and signature purple berets, using militant tactics like building takeovers and mass education, the Young Lords mobilized their community for liberation and against gentrification, poverty, racism, and police brutality. Forging a Rainbow Coalition with Fred Hampton and