The Kids Are (And Have Always Been) All Right
On the Media | Feb 23, 2018
In the wake of the Parkland shooting, many have been shocked to see the teenage survivors of the attack emerge as passionate, articulate activists. Even more shocking is the fact that their activism seems like it might make an impact on the perpetually intractable issue of gun violence in America. But according to Adam Fletcher, co-founder of The Freechild Institute, we shouldn't be surprised to see children leading the way. Brooke talks to Fletcher about the history of youth-led activism and why older generations are perpetually unwilling to acknowledge their strength.
Correction: at around 5:59, Brooke refers to the 18th Amendment. The correct Amendment is the 26th.
