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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsThe Loss of John Judge Hits Hard
Those who appreciate Truth and history have lost a friend, John Judge.
The great DUer David Swanson explains why he cared and why we all should care:
The Loss of John Judge Hits Hard
By davidswanson - Posted on 16 April 2014
Our society has lost a great activist today with the death of John Judge. No one spoke more clearly, strongly, and informedly on political power, militarism, and activism for positive change. While John lived next door to Dennis Kucinich -- and with one of the best views and one of the best collections of political books and documents -- in Washington, D.C., it was as staff person for Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney that he advanced numerous causes of peace and justice and accountability for the powerful on Capitol Hill. On impeaching Bush and Cheney he was there first. John's expertise reached back into history and across continents. From the Kennedy assassination to conscientious objection to how-a-bill-becomes-a-law, he was a person to turn to for information and wisdom who was never anything but helpful, friendly, cheerful, and energetic. He could describe the hiring of Nazis in Operation Paperclip and the creation of the Cold War and then suggest that perhaps the Nazis actually won World War II. He could explain the creation of standing armies in such a manner that you knew without a doubt that either our society was insane or you were. He could get you thinking and get you active. And always with complete humility and good will. He will be missed.
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Mr. Judge spoke at the "Passing the Torch: A Symposium on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy" conference at Duquesne University. His presentation, "A Call to Action: Why It Still Matter and What Needs to Be Done" should be of special interest to anyone who wonders how the nation has devolved into a state of constant war and welfare for the wealthy.
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The Loss of John Judge Hits Hard (Original Post)
Octafish
Apr 2014
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johnnyreb
(915 posts)1. Damn, another good one.
You taught us much, John Judge. We will keep it going.
H2O Man
(73,537 posts)2. Recommended.
RIP, John.
WillyT
(72,631 posts)3. K & R !!!