A Commemoration of the Life of Bob Sheldon

In what way do Bigelow and Clark live their lives like Bob Sheldon? As a former volunteer and board member of the Internationalist I'm thrilled to see the institution still thriving. I remember organizing the 20th anniversary celebraton!

From the library of Bob Sheldon, Feb 17, 2011, by Dan Coleman

This is a good piece in the Citizen remembering Bob Sheldon. My favorite part:

One answer to the challenges of Freire and Kozol is found in the words of the Vietnamese monk Thich Nhat Hanh. His book Being Peace outlines 14 precepts, two of which speak directly to the concerns above. “Do not close your eyes before suffering … awaken yourself and others to the reality of suffering in the world.” And, “Do not take as the aim of your life fame, profit, wealth, or sensual pleasure. Live simply and share time, energy, and material resources with those who are in need.” Bob Sheldon took these words to heart. To keep Internationalist afloat, he often worked seven-day weeks, taking shifts as a temp nurse to support the store and a simple lifestyle.

Thanks Bob. I met my partner at Internationalist and became politically much more mature thanks to your hard work. May this awesome community center and bookstore live forever!