Saul Alinsky's Power Play in Rochester, New York: Its Character and Future
Abstract
The original purpose o£ this paper was to encompass
the activity of F.I.G.H.T. and adjudge it harmful or helpful,
foolish or wise, and good or bad. After only the
slightest entry into the research, it became certain that
the paper must be changed. For one thing, it would have been
unfair, perhaps a complete waste of time, to concentrate on
the effectiveness of activity of the six month old organization.
For another thing, it became apparent that there was
more at stake than the operation of the same old employment
programs under a catchy new title. In the process of accepting
the broader scope the paper, I think, became much more
worthwhile. Regardless, it became a true learning experience
for me and has, in several ways, taught me a lesson.