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Counterculture Movement Turns Violent
Why did many in the anti-war movement resort to violence?
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Collectives become violent
A faction of SDS, called the Weathermen begins violent campaign to end the war and fight for social justice After a failed bombing attempt, group goes underground (Weather Underground) Despite end of war they continue bombing campaign but only government buildings (no civilians) – seek racial & social justice
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Violent fight for justice?
Militant group called Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA) demanded changes to help the poor Get involved in bank robberies, kidnapping & murder Became famous for kidnapping Patty Hearst and brainwashing her into helping with an SF bank robbery
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