I'm trying to catch up on your uploads, but they're so interesting. I'm writing a book based partially in the 1950s, and this is a lifesaver. Thank you so much for keeping these stories alive.
if I can help, let me know. Also, I would sure like you to make a video or 2 for me and for the subscribers (my growing community) on how you are seeing things and what you're trying to accomplish. Check out how to do this in the community tab on my channel homepage. David Hoffman-filmmaker
When we boomers saw that our parents would give the wink and the nod to any and every lie that came from the authorities we knew the time had come to live our own philosophy or be without integrity just like our parents, but given that they had such strong opinions on the length of our hair I suppose to have our own political opinions was out of the question. So much for freedom of speech.
Following the murder of RFK the movement I witnessed was "Back to the Land" as folks relearned handicrafts and created great art and music. The Whole Earth Catalog was enjoyed collectively, perhaps in a cabin at night using homemade candles or fuel lamps to read by and a wood stove to cook on, as someone made music on their handmade dulcimer.
This is such a good analysis. The spectacle (created by mass television adoption) needed a constant supply of novelty. But there probably aren't great economies of scale associated with political movements, so you get the revolutionary vanguard kinds of groups. I'd love to hear more from this man.
Wow. Thank you. That is a compliment I will take to dinner when I go out tonight with my wife to celebrate the end of another creative week. David Hoffman-filmmaker
Very thoughtful, well communicated look at the political environment of the 60's and of today. Everyone has to feel that they have a place and a voice. If you feel you don't, do not be fooled into thinking that you should be given a platform. You must exercise the right to be heard. This includes everyone who currently aren't being represented in the discussion.
Newton probably said it best: "For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction". The 50's was an era of conformity and repression. "Stay in your lane, know your place place and don't bring up unpleasant topics" type of thing. The 60's we're a controversy waiting to happen. Non WASP's, starting with black folks said "The hell with decorum, we're tired of this shit and it must end now- Not next week....NOW! Women, laborers, Latinos, the elderly, handicapped, veterans, and homosexuals said "ENOUGH IS ENOUGH", damn the consequences!
@@JustMe-nf1mf so have millennials, GenX and Genz. Especially the ppl of color in those generations. This is a very nuanced conversation, but the first thing most folks need to realize is that just because the cause isn't pertinent to the powers that be, doesn't mean it hasn't been taken up by anyone. The scale of the protests and push for legislative change this past summer were the result of 7+ years of work by the black community at large, then ppl paid attention and there was a surface level/temporary shift in values. If you see laziness, it's because you're searching for it.
Those courageous souls changed the world for the better. Thank you to everyone who participated in the struggle. Grateful to you David for this history lesson.🌞
Worth listening to. We had a lot of strength but very little mature leadership. We were often aware, in lucid movements, that a student movement that was uncoupled from the working class was doomed.
David, these videos are stunning and eye-opening. Amazing personal insight into one of the most important times in USA. You're work is a service. Thank you! Another note: what are some of your favorite photography or just books about the 1960s?
It was 69 when Weather broke from SDS. Actually they were the first group the FBI could not find. This guy has the beliefs of early SDS but during 67 and 68 things changed daily so SDS had to change.
Were ppl protesting the vietnam war, or the draft? Today everyone is volunteering, and so the fatigue for war isn’t immediate. If it was voluntary, would ppl still care I wonder.
Your videos are so insightful!
I'm trying to catch up on your uploads, but they're so interesting. I'm writing a book based partially in the 1950s, and this is a lifesaver. Thank you so much for keeping these stories alive.
if I can help, let me know. Also, I would sure like you to make a video or 2 for me and for the subscribers (my growing community) on how you are seeing things and what you're trying to accomplish. Check out how to do this in the community tab on my channel homepage.
David Hoffman-filmmaker
When we boomers saw that our parents would give the wink and the nod to any and every lie that came from the authorities we knew the time had come to live our own philosophy or be without integrity just like our parents, but given that they had such strong opinions on the length of our hair I suppose to have our own political opinions was out of the question. So much for freedom of speech.
Following the murder of RFK the movement I witnessed was "Back to the Land" as folks relearned handicrafts and created great art and music. The Whole Earth Catalog was enjoyed collectively, perhaps in a cabin at night using homemade candles or fuel lamps to read by and a wood stove to cook on, as someone made music on their handmade dulcimer.
This is such a good analysis. The spectacle (created by mass television adoption) needed a constant supply of novelty. But there probably aren't great economies of scale associated with political movements, so you get the revolutionary vanguard kinds of groups.
I'd love to hear more from this man.
These videos aren't like any others I've seen on UA-cam, I'm glad to have found your channel :)
Best channel on YT right now.
Wow. Thank you. That is a compliment I will take to dinner when I go out tonight with my wife to celebrate the end of another creative week.
David Hoffman-filmmaker
100%.
Born in 1995 these videos are super interesting to see certain perspectives on different eras in recent history
Very thoughtful, well communicated look at the political environment of the 60's and of today. Everyone has to feel that they have a place and a voice. If you feel you don't, do not be fooled into thinking that you should be given a platform. You must exercise the right to be heard. This includes everyone who currently aren't being represented in the discussion.
Thanks so much for the upload!
Love listening to Carl Oglesby speak. RIP.
Democracy DEFINITELY cannot be taken for granted given the vantage point of 2022 and recent events. That's for sure!
Newton probably said it best: "For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction". The 50's was an era of conformity and repression. "Stay in your lane, know your place place and don't bring up unpleasant topics" type of thing.
The 60's we're a controversy waiting to happen. Non WASP's, starting with black folks said "The hell with decorum, we're tired of this shit and it must end now- Not next week....NOW! Women, laborers, Latinos, the elderly, handicapped, veterans, and homosexuals said "ENOUGH IS ENOUGH", damn the consequences!
It's so much like today.
Especially right now.
Yup really bad now, conservatives vs. Liberals. America is very militarized and conservative in alot of areas right now.
Baby boomers are still fighting it !
Except that generation tried & did something :o(
@@JustMe-nf1mf so have millennials, GenX and Genz. Especially the ppl of color in those generations. This is a very nuanced conversation, but the first thing most folks need to realize is that just because the cause isn't pertinent to the powers that be, doesn't mean it hasn't been taken up by anyone. The scale of the protests and push for legislative change this past summer were the result of 7+ years of work by the black community at large, then ppl paid attention and there was a surface level/temporary shift in values. If you see laziness, it's because you're searching for it.
Those courageous souls changed the world for the better. Thank you to everyone who participated in the struggle. Grateful to you David for this history lesson.🌞
Thank you Dee Dee for appreciating it so.
David Hoffman-filmmaker
Worth listening to. We had a lot of strength but very little mature leadership. We were often aware, in lucid movements, that a student movement that was uncoupled from the working class was doomed.
Great interview
I love all the videos
Just like today's protests, the "Show Must Go On"!
thank you
David, these videos are stunning and eye-opening. Amazing personal insight into one of the most important times in USA. You're work is a service. Thank you! Another note: what are some of your favorite photography or just books about the 1960s?
is there an interview which also mentions the significance of music in the anti war movement? 😔
Wow, some rather facile questions elicited some deep answers...
It was 69 when Weather broke from SDS. Actually they were the first group the FBI could not find.
This guy has the beliefs of early SDS but during 67 and 68 things changed daily so SDS had to change.
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Were ppl protesting the vietnam war, or the draft? Today everyone is volunteering, and so the fatigue for war isn’t immediate. If it was voluntary, would ppl still care I wonder.
I disagree... King would have never been allowed to enter a Democratic Administration.
or republican