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ATTN Fellow Dystopians! On this episode of Dystopia Tonight I had the great pleasure of speaking with, two of the most vital voices in the world of graphic novels today, Alan Jenkins and Gan Golan!Their new graphic novel, “1/6” is centered around one...
ATTN Fellow Dystopians! On this episode of Dystopia Tonight I had the great pleasure of speaking with, two of the most vital voices in the world of graphic novels today, Alan Jenkins and Gan Golan!
Their new graphic novel, “1/6” is centered around one of the most controversial political events in recent history: the storming of the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. on January 6th, 2021.
The graphic novel is a fictionalized account of the events of that day asking the question, “What if the Jan 6th riots succeeded?” Through their vivid illustrations and haunting storytelling, Golan and Jenkins transport you to a dystopian world where political tensions have boiled over into open violence. You’ll follow the stories of six individuals as they navigate the wreckage of a shattered society, struggling to make sense of the madness around them.
What sets “1/6” apart is its nuanced exploration of different perspectives, from a disillusioned Trump supporter to a Black Lives Matter activist, with stories that intersect and overlap throughout the book.
Inspired by the comics of their youth, their graphic novel isn’t just a fictionalized account of the storming of the Capitol - it’s a wake-up call for all Americans. It forces us to confront the hard truths about our country: the systemic racism, the corruption, the lies and propaganda that have driven us to the brink of collapse.
But “1/6” isn’t all doom and gloom. In the midst of all the chaos, there are moments of heroism and hope - people who refuse to give up, who refuse to be silenced. Through their stories, Jenkins and Golan remind us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of light.
Jenkins and Golan’s work is a powerful reminder of the transformative role that art can play in shaping public discourse and sparking social change. “1/6” is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our democracy and wants to gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues at play in our society. So don’t hesitate – pick up a copy today and let this episode guide you into the brilliant minds of two creatives who are passionate about using their craft to make a difference. Enjoy!
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Harvard Law Professor / Writer
Alan Jenkins is a Professor of Practice at Harvard Law School where he teaches courses on Race and the Law, Communication, and Supreme Court Jurisprudence. Before joining the Law School faculty, he was President and Co-Founder of The Opportunity Agenda, a social justice communication lab.
Jenkins’s prior positions have included Assistant to the Solicitor General at the U.S. Department of Justice, where he represented the United States government in constitutional and other litigation before the U.S. Supreme Court; Director of Human Rights at the Ford Foundation, where he managed grantmaking in the United States and eleven overseas regions; and Associate Counsel to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, where he defended the rights of low-income communities facing exploitation and discrimination. He previously served as a Law Clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry A. Blackmun and to U.S. District Court Judge Robert L. Carter.
Jenkins is a frequent commentator in broadcast, print, and digital media on topics ranging from Supreme Court decisionmaking to racial equity to the role of popular culture in social change. His past Board service includes New York Public Radio, the Center for Community Change, the Legal Action Center, and Futuro Media Group, as well as the Board of Governors of the New School for Public Engagement. He has also served on the Selection Committee for the Sundance Documentary Fund.
Jenkins holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School, an M.A. in Media Studies from the New School for Public Engagement, and a B.A. in Psychology … Read More
Author / Artist
Gan Golan is a NY Times bestselling author, artist and agitator. His books include the smash hit 'Goodnight Bush' and the critically-acclaimed 'The Adventures of Unemployed Man'. His next book 'Don't Let the Republican Drive The Bus' comes out in Fall. As an artist, he has designed Rock Music posters for Erykah Badu, Queen Latifah, Willie Nelson, Nick Cave and Henry Rollins. His Ben Harper poster is considered one of the greatest music posters of all time. Recently he founded two totally fake sports teams 'The Corporate Tax Dodgers' and 'The 99ers' and was featured on Democracy Now! He is currently the co-director of ArtIsMyOccupation, an arts organization which transfers resources to artists creating work on the front lines of the struggle for Economic Justice. He has recently moved from California to NY after getting his dream job on Wall Street: occupying it.
