Kunstler sees 70’s as decade of resistance

A capacity-plus crowd of over 3,500 people filled Notre Dame’s Stepan Center yesterday afternoon to hear William M. Kunstler, defense lawyer for the “ Chicago Seven” lecture on the effects of the events surrounding the Chicago Conspiracy trial. Kunstler said the trial had symbolized a transition in eras for the forces of dissent in America, ushering in an era of “ resistance" to replace the era of “ protest” that had characterized the 60’s. Kunstler’s appearance on the stage at Stepan was greeted by a standing ovation from the audience which lined the aisles and back of the room as well as filling all the seats on the floor. He acknowledged his longtime desire to see Notre Dame and speak to its students.