I was part of the draft resistance movement in LA where we did demonstrations at the draft centre and burned our cards and made a lot of trouble on campus.
Meaning of the quote
This quote describes how Cheech Marin was part of a group that protested against the military draft during the Vietnam War. They organized demonstrations at the draft office, burned their draft cards, and caused a lot of disruption on college campuses. This shows how some people resisted being forced to join the military and fight in a war they disagreed with.
About Cheech Marin
Cheech Marin is a renowned American comedian, actor, musician, and activist. He gained fame as part of the comedy duo Cheech & Chong and has also voiced characters in various Disney films. Marin is known for his strong Chicano accents in his characters.
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