The+People+Speak

//The People Speak//, a documentary film based on the works of social activist and educator Howard Zinn, //A People's History of the United States// and //Voices of a People's History of the United States//, co-authored with Anthony Arnove, features dramatic and musical performances of the letters, diaries and speeches of everyday Americans who spoke up for social change, equality and justice throughout U.S. history and helped form and protect the democracy we enjoy today. The words of suffragists, civil rights leaders, anti-war proponents and labor leaders are brought to life by actors and singers like Matt Damon, Bob Dylan, Danny Glover, Bruce Springsteen, Morgan Freeman, Marisa Tomei and many others. The film reminds all of us that we must remain active in our communities to promote and preserve social justice and equality. Clips of //The People Speak// and a classroom study guide for your students are available at History.com.