“I expected to die. At no time before the trial did I expect to escape with my life. Yet being executed in the gas chamber did not necessarily mean defeat. It could be one more step to bring the community to a higher level of consciousness.”
Quote by Huey Newton
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Revolutionary Suicide: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
This book is a profound exploration of the author's journey towards self-discovery and the impact of revolutionary ideals on individual lives. It delves into the complexities of identity and the transformative power of radical change. more
Author
Huey Newton
Huey Newton was an American political activist born on February 17, 1942, and died on August 22, 1989. He was one of the founders of the Black Panther Party, which played a significant role in the American civil rights movement during the 1960s and 1970s. more
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