Timothy Leary
Timothy Leary was a prominent psychologist and writer known for his advocacy of psychedelic drugs and their potential to expand consciousness. His countercultural influence in the 1960s paralleled the sexual liberation movement, making him a significant figure in discussions about personal freedom and exploration, akin to the themes in 'The Joy of Sex.'
Born on Oct 22, 1920 (104 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,396 | $1,400,000 | 760$ |
| Italy | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 30,943 | $2,000,000 | 1,024$ |
| Ukraine | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 22,566 | $155,000 | 80$ |
| Totals | 3 | 150,950,366 | 78,905 | $3,555,000 | 1,864$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Italy:
Timothy Leary is referenced as a guru who encouraged the use of psychedelic drugs.
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Ukraine:
Timothy Leary was a psychologist known for his advocacy of LSD and its potential for expanding consciousness.
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Spain:
Timothy Leary was a counterculture figure who corresponded with Joan Didion.
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Estonia:
Timothy Leary's ashes were included in the 1997 space launch aboard the Pegasus rocket.
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Canada:
Timothy Leary is mentioned in relation to the LSD that Aviva Layton used.
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Turkey:
Timothy Leary was a psychologist known for his work in the 1960s counterculture, and his ashes were also sent into space with Dr. Krafft Ehricke.
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United Kingdom:
Timothy Leary was a notable figure who attended the same clothing-optional resort as Alex Comfort.
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