We, the people have achieved a lot over the last centuries. But our rights are no gifts from our guardians, they were hard won. Today we live in a time of illusions, stupid entertainment and fashionable consumptions. Most people are still blinded by the media flood rather than form their own opinion. The constructive ways have to begin with an honest look in the mirror: never an easy task; always a necessary one.
Arundhati Roy and Howard Zinn - Post Come Septmeber Discussion
Following Ms. Roy's "Come September" speech at the Lannan Foundation, she is joined on stage by Howard Zinn for a discussion on various topics. Visit www.weroy.org for more information.