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Stephen Gaskin

(1935–2014) Independent Politician United States

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Stephen Gaskin was an independent politician from the United States, best known for Monday night class.

Quick Facts About Stephen Gaskin

Born
February 16, 1935
Died
July 1, 2014
Nationality
United States
Profession
Independent Politician
Notable works
Monday night class
Spouse
Ina May Gaskin

About Stephen Gaskin

Stephen Gaskin was an American counterculture Hippie icon best known for his presence in the Haight-Ashbury district of San Francisco in the 1960s and for co-founding "The Farm", a spiritual commune in 1970. He was a Green Party presidential primary candidate in 2000 on a platform which included campaign finance reform, universal health care, and decriminalization of marijuana. He was the author of over a dozen books, a political activist, a philanthropic organizer and a self-proclaimed professional Hippie.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Right Livelihood Award

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