Stepping back into local history, this edition of SRR examines the US Constitution and the rebellion that woke up the Founding Fathers; Shay’s Rebellion, which took place in the hills and valleys of Western Massachusetts. We include excerpts of talks by Howard Zinn and Michael Parenti.
Toward an American Revolution: Exposing the Constitution and other Illusions by Jerry Fresia
Music: Who is This America? – Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra Down on Penny’s Farm – The Bently Boys Excuse Me Mr. – Ben Harper The Best Democracy Money Can Buy – David Rovics Take Back the Power – Asian Dub Foundation
Original version broadcast on Thursday, September 17th, 2009 8 PM EST on WXOJ-LP 103.3 FM Valley Free Radio Northampton, MA
Program Length – 1:13:47