Author: Roger

Zinn’s thesis 4:
The government was only moved to reform by the actions of organized citizens.

Zinn’s thesis 5:
Protestors represent the people; indeed, protests represent the real democratic face of the American people. Without protest, there would be no progress due to the selfish nature of the rich and powerful in society.

Zinn’s thesis 6:
The government initiated the Civil War; Lincoln represented the middle class; Lincoln held racist views.

Zinn’s thesis 7:
In 1865 Congress was pushed to act.

Zinn’s thesis 8:
Most of the people did not benefit from this economic progress.