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Rebellion, Revolt, Inurrection, Revolution

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Rebellion, revolt, insurrection, revolution. Are all words that are feared in any society where ground rules and strict authority are established. Malcolm X, Harvey Milk, Cesar Chavez, Huey Newton, all, voices of modern day revolutionaries in America that were feared by the institutions. With their powerful voices, inspiring gab and intellectual speeches, these revolutionaries had the ability to persuade the oppressed to rise against the establishment. Revolts and uprisings have been around for thousands of years. But, revolutionary activists haven 't been the only ones to give a voice to the voiceless. Rock N Roll, has played a crucial role in many acts of rebellion. From The Beatles controversial song topics like "Day Tripper" to the Rolling

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