Notes that pragmatism, rather than ideology, dictates the style of young progressive politics in Madison. This pattern has not always applied elsewhere. (Author/AM)

Reviews four books about the student protest movements of the 1960s. Two books, by Todd Gitlin and Tom Hayden, focus on the United States, while the others consider international events; all four examine student political activism, but none considers the resultant conservative political and social reactions. (DHP)

This introduction to the special issue on student political activism and attitudes notes the importance of college student attitudes toward politics, education, and society in affecting campus politics, academic choices, and society. (MSE)

Presents a historical and international overview of student political movements. Discusses the sporadic nature of student activism, effects of mass media attention and government response, characteristics of activist leaders and participants, and the cultural and educational impact of student protest in Third World and industrialized countries.…