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In an interview with Studs Terkel, Buddhist monk, peace activist, and poet Thich Nhat Hanh. The conversation focuses on the devastating effects of the Vietnam War; they discuss the loss of culture and poetry in Vietnam, the anti-war protestors in America and Vietnam, and the sadness and resignation of the Vietnamese. Thich Nhat Hanh talks about America’s role in the war, and his experiences campaigning for peace in the United States and speaking with U.S. anti-war veterans.
Terkel comments and presents Don Luce reading poetry
Both Rottmann and Heinemann are Vietnam veterans.
Denise Levertov discusses her poetry regarding non-violent protest and using Chuck Matthei's life as a non-violent draft resister for inspiration. Chuck Matthei details his experiences as a draft resister and beliefs in this movement.