Herb Kohl - On Myles Horton

Herb Kohl - On Myles Horton

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses Myles Horton, a founder of the Highlander Center, known for his spirit and commitment to justice. The Highlander Center, established in 1932 during the Great Depression, aimed to eliminate poverty in the U.S. by empowering people to solve their own problems. Unlike traditional organizing, Highlander focused on education and conversation to foster problem-solving and action among people facing similar challenges.

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Describe the approach that Highlander took towards organizing people.

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What role did Saul Alinsky play in relation to Myles Horton?

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