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Rules for Radicals

Saul D. Alinsky
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Saul D. Alinsky

Rules for Radicals: A Pragmatic Primer for Realistic Radicals

Saul D. Alinsky
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1969

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Essay Topics

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What are Alinsky’s rules to bring about change in societal organization and power? Do you agree with them?

2.

What are the primary tensions that exist in society? Which groups are more likely to respond to the tactics and rules outlined in the text?

3.

How does Alinsky think that radicals should respond to social threats and oppressive institutions?

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