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GUEST,BigDaddy BS: Favorite Teacher & Why??? (42) RE: BS: Favorite Teacher & Why??? 15 Apr 12


I have to once again mention my Junior High Social Studies teacher, Richard Westhoven. He introduced me to Bob Dylan (The Times They Are a-Changin') as well as Tom Lehrer (That Was the Year That Was). Mr. Westhoven had been involved with the Freedom Riders and other risky political ventures. He dared to tell us when a teacher was dismissed for suspicion of being a Communist. He gave us invaluable insight into the "founding fathers" and encouraged us to always question the "official story." It was the mid-1960s and he looked like what we now call a "nerd" (short hair, black-rim glasses, skinny tie, etc.). He was, however, one of the hippest guys I've ever known. I've tried to find him for years just to say "thanks." It's hard to sum up the good stuff about such an individual. Hope to see him on the other side someday. God bless Mr. Westhoven!


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