Yippie Girl

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Exploits in Protest and Defeating the FBI

By Judy Gumbo

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Yippie Girl by Judy Gumbo is a compelling memoir detailing the author's experiences as a key member of the Yippies, a radical political party of the 1960s. The narrative provides an insider's view of the counterculture movement, highlighting Gumbo's personal journey and activism. It offers a vivid portrayal of a transformative era and the vibrant spirit of rebellion and change that defined it.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the era of 1960s activism and counterculture. It offers an insider's perspective on the radical movements of the time, sharing personal stories and insights from someone deeply involved. This read is perfect for those interested in history, feminism, and social change, capturing a unique voice from a transformative period.

Lifelong activist Judy Gumbo, an original member of the Yippies (Youth International Party), a 1960s counter culture and satirical anti-war group, offers an insider feminist memoir of her involvment with the Yippies, Black Panthers, Chicago 7 Conspiracy Trial defendants, and her fight against secret FBI surveillance of her day-to-day activities.

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HONOURABLE MENTION, Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award, Autobiography & Memoir!

Lifelong activist Judy Gumbo, an original member of The Yippies, a 1960s anti-war satirical protest group, offers an insider feminist memoir of her involvement with the Yippies, Black Panthers, women's rights, environmental actions, and a life of activism.

In 1968, a 24-year-old woman moved to Berkeley, California and immediately became enmeshed in the Youth International Party, also known as The Yippies, an anti-war satirical protest group. In the next few years, Judy Gumbo (a nickname given to her by Eldridge Cleaver) was soon at the centre of counter-cultural activity—from protests in People's Park, to meetings at Black Panther headquarters, to running a pig for President at the raucous Democratic National Convention in Chicago, a protest that devolved into violent attacks by the police and arrests that led to the notorious Chicago Conspiracy Trial.

In this historical account, Gumbo reveals intimate details of—and struggles with—her fellow radicals Jerry Rubin, Anita & Abbie Hoffman, Eldridge Cleaver, Paul Krassner, Stew Albert, and more, detailing their experiences in radical protests. This deep dive into her activism includes details of her organisation of a national women's rights group, her visit to North Vietnam during the war, her travels around the globe to promote women's liberation and anti-war protest, and her environmental activism. It also includes extensive excerpts from illegal wiretaps and surveillance by the FBI.

"A welcome addition to the literature of radical activism." -Kirkus Reviews
"A fun read and a valuable political document, long overdue." -Counterpunch

Yippie Girl explores Gumbo's life as a protester to show that, while circumstances always change, protesters can stay loyal to the causes they believe in and remain true to themselves. She also reveals how dogmatism, authoritarianism, and interpersonal conflict can damage those same just causes, offering a timeless and strategic guide for activists today protesting against injustice in all its forms.

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Yippie Girl by Judy Gumbo offers a vivid and entertaining account of the 1960s radical activism, blending personal anecdotes with historical insights. Reviewers praise the memoir for its candid and humorous storytelling, capturing the spirit of the counterculture movement and providing a unique feminist perspective. It is celebrated as both an important historical document and an engaging narrative that inspires contemporary political activists.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781953103185

Publisher: Three Rooms Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Three Rooms Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Judy Gumbo is one of the few female members of the original Yippies, a satirical protest group founded in the 1960s that levitated the Pentagon to stop the Vietnam War, brought the New York Stock Exchange to a halt to ridicule greed and ran a pig named Pigasus for President at the 1968 Democratic Convention, resulting in police violence, arrests, and the notorious "Chicago 7" conspiracy trial. As part of her activism, Judy founded a national women's rights organization, helped organize the world's first Earth Day, visited North Vietnam during the war, and travelled the globe agitating against the war and for the liberation of women. Her activism led to unwarranted surveillance by the FBI; she later successfully sued to obtain copies of their extensive records on her. Judy has a Ph.D. in Sociology and spent the majority of her professional career as an award-winning fundraiser for Planned Parenthood. She currently lives in Berkeley, California.