What’s the true cost of revolution? Abbie Hoffman was a 1960’s countercultural icon, peace activist, and co-founder of the Youth International Party (Yippies). Hoffman gained national attention as a member of the Chicago 7, a group of anti-Vietnam War protesters controversially charged with conspiracy and inciting riots during the 1968 Democratic National Convention. In Aaron Sorkin’s acclaimed film The Trial of the Chicago 7, a pivotal scene draws directly from Hoffman’s real-life interview sho

2.1K views · 91 reactions | #OTD in 1967, Yippie activist Abbie Hoffman led anti-war protesters in an attempt to "exorcise" the Pentagon by making it levitate. He asked the GSA for permission to lift the building 300 feet but was only allowed 10. After the ritual was performed, the Pentagon rose 0 feet. | U.S. Naval Institute | Facebook

Watch: Sacha Baron Cohen shares his journey on becoming Abbie Hoffman in the film "The Trial of the Chicago 7" | TIME