George Lakey

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George Lakey

George Russell Lakey is an activist, sociologist, and writer who added academic underpinning to the concept of nonviolent revolution. He also refined the practice of experiential training for activists which he calls "Direct Education." A Quaker, he has co-founded and led numerous organizations and campaigns for justice and peace.
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To Puritans, Quakers Were “Ravening Wolves”

"Again and again in history we see that violent persons do not regard their opponents as fully human. The Greeks, it seems, waged war only against 'the barbarians.'... Read more.

Arrested and Smiling

"George Lakey was arrested during a 2013 demonstration in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as part of Earth Quaker Action Team (EQAT). EQAT was opposed to PNC Bank’s... Read more.