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Screening of Citizen George
CITIZEN GEORGE presents the life and work of Philadelphia-based Quaker activist George Lakey, a non-violent revolutionary who has worked his entire life for justice and peace, guided by his ideal of societal transformation. The film moves back and forth in time, highlighting specific events of George’s activist life—fighting for civil rights, anti-Vietnam War activism, LGBTQ rights, human rights in Sri Lanka and climate justice. In addition to detailing his activism, the film tells George’s personal journey as a husband, father and out gay man. His story provides life-giving lessons to those struggling to make sense of
the current troubling political climate, illuminate a path forward, and inspire those willing to work for change.
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