by Asian American, Newspaper
Asian American community newspaper Gidra was a monthly publication based in Los Angeles, California which ran from 1969-1974. Two issues of Gidra, a community run newspaper which started at UCLA and later expanded out to the greater Los Angeles area. Gidra originally began in response to anti-Asian racism on the UCLA campus. The newspaper covered community news and events, the anti-war movement, and anti-colonial studies. Gidra took a decidedly politically radical stance on social issues of the 1960's and 1970s, publishing anti-capitalist and anti-imperialist writings. The paper is also noted for publishing poetry and unique counter culture art. Included in this archive are Vol. I, No. 5 August 1969 and Vol. V, No. 6 June 1973. These editions feature community contributed poetry, a thoughtful critique of the feminist movement by a feminist, support for the Oglala tribe, information about drug use among the Los Angeles Asian community, and calls for community organizing and events. Covers feature unique pen and ink illustrations. The publication became a place for those both within and outside of the community to learn and discover local events and culture. Crisp and clear pages. Overall very good condition. Two issues of an influential Asian-American counterculture publication.
(Inventory #: 20747)