Walter Rodney
Walter Rodney was a prominent Guyanese historian and political activist, renowned for his radical views and advocacy for social justice. He was a founding member of the Working People's Alliance and is best remembered for his critical analysis of the socio-economic conditions in Guyana and the Caribbean. Rodney's life was tragically cut short when he was assassinated in 1980, an event that significantly impacted Guyanese politics and society.
Born on Mar 23, 1942 (82 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | 5 | 7.00 | 0.62% | +10% | 786,552 | 5,394 | $6,000 | 41$ |
| Totals | 5 | 786,552 | 5,394 | $6,000 | 41$ |
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Guyana:
Walter Rodney is mentioned as someone affected by Bobby Moore's presentations.
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Guyana:
Walter Rodney observed A A Thorne's disassociation from the 'rabble' during the political tensions.
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Guyana:
This mirrors the Caribbean intellectual tradition of scholars like Walter Rodney and CLR James, who linked academic rigor to grassroots mobilization.
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Guyana:
Dr. Walter Rodney is the late, legendary and world renowned scholar whose party Dr. Hinds now leads.
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Guyana:
Dr Walter Rodney was a charismatic leader of the WPA who was assassinated, impacting the party's support.
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