The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts mourns the passing of Howard Zinn, a true friend of civil rights and civil liberties for all.

The following was contributed by Carol Rose, Executive Director of the ACLU of Massachusetts.

The American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts mourns the passing of Howard Zinn, a true friend of civil rights and civil liberties for all people. Professor Zinn was fearless in his advocacy, serving as a role model to people young and old with his intrepid work to popularize notions of individual rights for all. The ACLU of Massachusetts was honored to bestow its “Lifetime Achievement” award on Professor Zinn in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to civil rights and civil liberties.

“The extraordinary clarity of his thought and strength of his voice made Professor Zinn one of the most beloved and influential defenders of freedom that our nation has known,” said Carol Rose, Executive Director of the ACLU of Massachusetts. “And he was always so generous with his time and wisdom. All of us at the ACLU shall miss him greatly and must redouble our efforts to defend freedom and liberty in his honor..”