Howard Zinn: Voices of a People’s History of the United States

An impressive roster of celebrities — including Lili Taylor, Paul Robeson, Sarah Jones, Brian Jones, John Sayles and Wallace Shawn — lend their voices to this performance of readings inspired by Howard Zinn’s best-selling book. Segments bring to life Tecumseh’s speech to the Osages, Frederick Douglass’ thoughts about July 4 and Paul Robeson’s Unread Statement before the House Committee on Un-American Activities.