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Hope In The Dark: The Untold History of People Power
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Why does Solnit consider history a useful tool for activists? Why do past events provide grounds for hope?
What is Solnit’s stance on populist and grassroots movements? How does her attitude compare to the understanding of these terms in today’s liberal media?
How would you describe Solnit’s vision of a dark future? What promises does it hold? Why might some people resist this vision?
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