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'''Robert Paul Zaugh''' (born in 1945) is an American activist, and former draft resister known for his significant contributions to anti-war movements during the [[Vietnam War]] era. One of the original members of ''LA Resistance''<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Resistance Lives! |url=https://www.lapl.org/collections-resources/blogs/lapl/resistance-lives |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=www.lapl.org |language=en}}</ref>, founders and publishers of ''Peace Press''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bob Zaugh |url=https://activistvideoarchive.org/archive-library-1/2018/6/6/bob-zaugh |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=History of Peace Press. Activist Video Archive |language=en-US}}</ref>''.'' For many years Zaugh has been publisher and Operations manager for [[Matt Groening]] publishing company [[Bongo Comics]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Robert Zaugh |url=https://simpsonswiki.com/wiki/Robert_Zaugh |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=Wikisimpsons |language=en}}</ref>. Zaugh also hosted an interview show called ''At One With'' on [[KNBC]], which connected him with various counter-cultural and political figures. Zaugh played a significant role in the events depicted in the documentary film ''[[The Boys Who Said No!|The Boys Who Said NO!]]'' (2020)<ref>{{Cite web |last=Admin |date=2021-07-24 |title=Boulder Film Festival: First In Person US Screening |url=https://www.boyswhosaidno.com/single-post/boulder-film-festival-first-in-person-us-screening |access-date=2024-11-26 |website=the-boys-who-said-no |language=en}}</ref>.
'''Robert Paul Zaugh''' (born in 1945) is an American activist, and former draft resister known for his significant contributions to anti-war movements during the [[Vietnam War]] era. One of the original members of ''LA Resistance,''<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Resistance Lives! |url=https://www.lapl.org/collections-resources/blogs/lapl/resistance-lives |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=www.lapl.org |language=en}}</ref> founders and publishers of ''Peace Press.''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bob Zaugh |url=https://activistvideoarchive.org/archive-library-1/2018/6/6/bob-zaugh |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=History of Peace Press. Activist Video Archive |language=en-US}}</ref> For many years Zaugh has been publisher and Operations manager for [[Matt Groening]] publishing company [[Bongo Comics]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Robert Zaugh |url=https://simpsonswiki.com/wiki/Robert_Zaugh |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=Wikisimpsons |language=en}}</ref> Zaugh also hosted an interview show called ''At One With'' on [[KNBC]], which connected him with various counter-cultural and political figures. Zaugh played a significant role in the events depicted in the documentary film ''[[The Boys Who Said No!|The Boys Who Said NO!]]'' (2020).<ref>{{Cite web |last=Admin |date=2021-07-24 |title=Boulder Film Festival: First In Person US Screening |url=https://www.boyswhosaidno.com/single-post/boulder-film-festival-first-in-person-us-screening |access-date=2024-11-26 |website=the-boys-who-said-no |language=en}}</ref>


== Early Life and Education ==
== Early Life and Education ==
Robert Paul Zaugh was born in 1945 and raised in [[Los Angeles]]. He graduated from [[Gardena High School]] in 1962. Then he enrolled at [[El Camino College]]. In the summer of 1967 he attended a speech at [[University of California, Los Angeles|UCLA]] by [[David Harris (activist)|David Harris]], the student body president at [[Stanford University]]. This speech profoundly impacted Zaugh and motivated him to engage in anti-war activism<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bradner |first=Liesl |date=2018-06-29 |title=The Resistance Before the #Resistance |url=https://www.truthdig.com/articles/the-resistance-before-the-resistance/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Truthdig |language=en-US}}</ref>.
Robert Paul Zaugh was born in 1945 and raised in [[Los Angeles]]. He graduated from [[Gardena High School]] in 1962. Then he enrolled at [[El Camino College]]. In the summer of 1967 he attended a speech at [[University of California, Los Angeles|UCLA]] by [[David Harris (activist)|David Harris]], the student body president at [[Stanford University]]. This speech profoundly impacted Zaugh and motivated him to engage in anti-war activism.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bradner |first=Liesl |date=2018-06-29 |title=The Resistance Before the #Resistance |url=https://www.truthdig.com/articles/the-resistance-before-the-resistance/ |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Truthdig |language=en-US}}</ref>


== Activism and Resistance ==
== Activism and Resistance ==
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== Peace Press Collective ==
== Peace Press Collective ==
During this period Robert Paul Zaugh and ''Jerry Palmer'' founded ''Peace Press''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Peace Press |url=http://peacepress.org |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=peacepress.org}}</ref>. The organization aimed to provide printing services for anti-war and social justice groups that struggled to find commercial printers willing to support their causes. The collective played a significant role in the counterculture movement and the anti-Vietnam War protests, offering low-cost or free printing services to various political organizations.
During this period Robert Paul Zaugh and ''Jerry Palmer'' founded ''Peace Press.''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Peace Press |url=http://peacepress.org |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=peacepress.org}}</ref> The organization aimed to provide printing services for anti-war and social justice groups that struggled to find commercial printers willing to support their causes. The collective played a significant role in the counterculture movement and the anti-Vietnam War protests, offering low-cost or free printing services to various political organizations.


The Peace Press was created out of necessity as activists opposed to the Vietnam War faced challenges in getting their materials printed. Zaugh and Palmer quickly learned the printing process themselves, which allowed them to produce a wide range of materials, including posters, leaflets, and pamphlets. The collective became a vital resource for hundreds of political groups in [[Southern California]], helping to amplify anti-war sentiments and other progressive causes<ref>{{Cite web |title=Peace Press Graphics |url=https://www.politicalgraphics.org/peace-press-graphics |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=political-graphics |language=en}}</ref>. <!-- I would like to download this image with the caption "One of the famous posters made and printed by Peace Press, for The resistance draft card turn-in on October 16, 1967": https://i.pinimg.com/736x/e9/8c/32/e98c32e4b840ed0b184159d2d00123d5.jpg -->
The Peace Press was created out of necessity as activists opposed to the Vietnam War faced challenges in getting their materials printed. Zaugh and Palmer quickly learned the printing process themselves, which allowed them to produce a wide range of materials, including posters, leaflets, and pamphlets. The collective became a vital resource for hundreds of political groups in [[Southern California]], helping to amplify anti-war sentiments and other progressive causes.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Peace Press Graphics |url=https://www.politicalgraphics.org/peace-press-graphics |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=political-graphics |language=en}}</ref> <!-- I would like to download this image with the caption "One of the famous posters made and printed by Peace Press, for The resistance draft card turn-in on October 16, 1967": https://i.pinimg.com/736x/e9/8c/32/e98c32e4b840ed0b184159d2d00123d5.jpg -->


== Legal Proceedings ==
== Legal Proceedings ==
Zaugh's activism culminated in his trial in 1970 for refusing to report for military induction. U.S. District Judge [[Harry Pregerson]] presided over the case, where Zaugh represented himself and admitted to the charges while arguing that the draft was unconstitutional. Pregerson ultimately acquitted Zaugh of refusing induction but found him guilty of failing to report for a preinduction physical examination<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-06-14 |title=A draft resister, a judge and the moment that still binds them after 54 years |url=https://au.news.yahoo.com/draft-resister-judge-moment-still-100035579.html |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Yahoo News |language=en-AU}}</ref>.
Zaugh's activism culminated in his trial in 1970 for refusing to report for military induction. U.S. District Judge [[Harry Pregerson]] presided over the case, where Zaugh represented himself and admitted to the charges while arguing that the draft was unconstitutional. Pregerson ultimately acquitted Zaugh of refusing induction but found him guilty of failing to report for a preinduction physical examination.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-06-14 |title=A draft resister, a judge and the moment that still binds them after 54 years |url=https://au.news.yahoo.com/draft-resister-judge-moment-still-100035579.html |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=Yahoo News |language=en-AU}}</ref>


== Collaboration with Matt Groening ==
== Collaboration with Matt Groening ==
Late in the history of Peace Press, Robert Paul Zaugh played a crucial role in promoting the work of a young cartoonist named [[Matt Groening]], facilitating key connections that would significantly impact Groening's career. Zaugh's support included printing and distributing Groening's early works, which helped establish his presence in the comic industry. This collaboration was instrumental in Groening's development as a cartoonist, leading to the creation of his iconic comic strip [[Life in Hell]], which gained a substantial following. For the last 13 years Bob has been Operations manager for Matt Groening's publishing company [[Bongo Comics]], which publishes the comics, calendars and books for [[The Simpsons]] and [[Futurama]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Simpsons Archive: Simpsons Comic Reprint Collections - Supplemental Details |url=https://www.simpsonsarchive.com/guides/booklistus02detail.html |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=www.simpsonsarchive.com}}</ref>. <!-- I want to share this photo of Zaugh and Groening together (from Zaugh's Instagram)
Late in the history of Peace Press, Robert Paul Zaugh played a crucial role in promoting the work of a young cartoonist named [[Matt Groening]], facilitating key connections that would significantly impact Groening's career. Zaugh's support included printing and distributing Groening's early works, which helped establish his presence in the comic industry. This collaboration was instrumental in Groening's development as a cartoonist, leading to the creation of his iconic comic strip [[Life in Hell]], which gained a substantial following. For the last 13 years Bob has been Operations manager for Matt Groening's publishing company [[Bongo Comics]], which publishes the comics, calendars and books for [[The Simpsons]] and [[Futurama]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Simpsons Archive: Simpsons Comic Reprint Collections - Supplemental Details |url=https://www.simpsonsarchive.com/guides/booklistus02detail.html |access-date=2024-12-05 |website=www.simpsonsarchive.com}}</ref> <!-- I want to share this photo of Zaugh and Groening together (from Zaugh's Instagram)
https://www.instagram.com/p/C9528rCSDVh/?igsh=MXhyNWEycGVldzQwMQ== -->
https://www.instagram.com/p/C9528rCSDVh/?igsh=MXhyNWEycGVldzQwMQ== -->


== Later Life and Contributions ==
== Later Life and Contributions ==
Robert Paul Zaugh currently resides in a guesthouse in [[Santa Monica, California]]. He is a divorced father of three children. Utilized his severance to establish ''Actions Speak Louder Inc.''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Actions Speak Louder Inc. Santa Monica, CA - filing information |url=https://www.bizprofile.net/ca/santa-monica/actions-speak-louder-inc |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=www.bizprofile.net |language=en}}</ref>, a nonprofit organization focused on producing dramatic readings and educating law students about draft resistance history. Currently, Zaugh is preparing a yearlong exhibition on depression for El Camino College in [[Torrance, California|Torrance]] and remains committed to honoring the memories of those he prays for daily. His ongoing projects and community involvement reflect his enduring dedication to social justice and advocacy.
Robert Paul Zaugh currently resides in a guesthouse in [[Santa Monica, California]]. He is a divorced father of three children. Utilized his severance to establish ''Actions Speak Louder Inc.,''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Actions Speak Louder Inc. Santa Monica, CA - filing information |url=https://www.bizprofile.net/ca/santa-monica/actions-speak-louder-inc |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=www.bizprofile.net |language=en}}</ref> a nonprofit organization focused on producing dramatic readings and educating law students about draft resistance history. Currently, Zaugh is preparing a yearlong exhibition on depression for El Camino College in [[Torrance, California|Torrance]] and remains committed to honoring the memories of those he prays for daily. His ongoing projects and community involvement reflect his enduring dedication to social justice and advocacy.


In 2017, the exhibition ''The Art of the Cooks of Peace Press''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-06-17 |title=How Artists Survive: They Learn to Cook at the Peace Press |url=https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-artists-survive-they-learn-to-cook-at-the-peace_b_5944ddafe4b0940f84fe2ebd |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=HuffPost |language=en}}</ref>organized by Bob Zaugh and curated by ''Henry Klein'', opened at the ''Arena One gallery'' in [[Santa Monica, California|Santa Monica]].
In 2017, the exhibition ''The Art of the Cooks of Peace Press''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-06-17 |title=How Artists Survive: They Learn to Cook at the Peace Press |url=https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-artists-survive-they-learn-to-cook-at-the-peace_b_5944ddafe4b0940f84fe2ebd |access-date=2024-11-28 |website=HuffPost |language=en}}</ref> organized by Bob Zaugh and curated by ''Henry Klein'', opened at the ''Arena One gallery'' in [[Santa Monica, California|Santa Monica]].


== References ==
== References ==

Revision as of 10:18, 6 December 2024


Robert Paul Zaugh
Born1945 (age 78–79)
Los Angeles, California
EducationEl Camino College
Occupation(s)Anti-war activist, publisher
Children2

Robert Paul Zaugh (born in 1945) is an American activist, and former draft resister known for his significant contributions to anti-war movements during the Vietnam War era. One of the original members of LA Resistance,[1] founders and publishers of Peace Press.[2] For many years Zaugh has been publisher and Operations manager for Matt Groening publishing company Bongo Comics.[3] Zaugh also hosted an interview show called At One With on KNBC, which connected him with various counter-cultural and political figures. Zaugh played a significant role in the events depicted in the documentary film The Boys Who Said NO! (2020).[4]

Early Life and Education

Robert Paul Zaugh was born in 1945 and raised in Los Angeles. He graduated from Gardena High School in 1962. Then he enrolled at El Camino College. In the summer of 1967 he attended a speech at UCLA by David Harris, the student body president at Stanford University. This speech profoundly impacted Zaugh and motivated him to engage in anti-war activism.[5]

Activism and Resistance

In 1967, Zaugh dropped out of college and turned in his draft card as a form of protest. He became one of the original members of LA Resistance, an organization based in Los Angeles that aimed to stop the Vietnam War through nonviolent noncooperation with the federal Selective Service System. From 1967 to 1968, Zaugh participated in peaceful protests outside Selective Service offices, where young men were inducted into the military.[6][7]

Peace Press Collective

During this period Robert Paul Zaugh and Jerry Palmer founded Peace Press.[8] The organization aimed to provide printing services for anti-war and social justice groups that struggled to find commercial printers willing to support their causes. The collective played a significant role in the counterculture movement and the anti-Vietnam War protests, offering low-cost or free printing services to various political organizations.

The Peace Press was created out of necessity as activists opposed to the Vietnam War faced challenges in getting their materials printed. Zaugh and Palmer quickly learned the printing process themselves, which allowed them to produce a wide range of materials, including posters, leaflets, and pamphlets. The collective became a vital resource for hundreds of political groups in Southern California, helping to amplify anti-war sentiments and other progressive causes.[9]

Zaugh's activism culminated in his trial in 1970 for refusing to report for military induction. U.S. District Judge Harry Pregerson presided over the case, where Zaugh represented himself and admitted to the charges while arguing that the draft was unconstitutional. Pregerson ultimately acquitted Zaugh of refusing induction but found him guilty of failing to report for a preinduction physical examination.[10]

Collaboration with Matt Groening

Late in the history of Peace Press, Robert Paul Zaugh played a crucial role in promoting the work of a young cartoonist named Matt Groening, facilitating key connections that would significantly impact Groening's career. Zaugh's support included printing and distributing Groening's early works, which helped establish his presence in the comic industry. This collaboration was instrumental in Groening's development as a cartoonist, leading to the creation of his iconic comic strip Life in Hell, which gained a substantial following. For the last 13 years Bob has been Operations manager for Matt Groening's publishing company Bongo Comics, which publishes the comics, calendars and books for The Simpsons and Futurama.[11]

Later Life and Contributions

Robert Paul Zaugh currently resides in a guesthouse in Santa Monica, California. He is a divorced father of three children. Utilized his severance to establish Actions Speak Louder Inc.,[12] a nonprofit organization focused on producing dramatic readings and educating law students about draft resistance history. Currently, Zaugh is preparing a yearlong exhibition on depression for El Camino College in Torrance and remains committed to honoring the memories of those he prays for daily. His ongoing projects and community involvement reflect his enduring dedication to social justice and advocacy.

In 2017, the exhibition The Art of the Cooks of Peace Press[13] organized by Bob Zaugh and curated by Henry Klein, opened at the Arena One gallery in Santa Monica.

References

  1. ^ "The Resistance Lives!". www.lapl.org. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  2. ^ "Bob Zaugh". History of Peace Press. Activist Video Archive. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  3. ^ "Robert Zaugh". Wikisimpsons. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  4. ^ Admin (2021-07-24). "Boulder Film Festival: First In Person US Screening". the-boys-who-said-no. Retrieved 2024-11-26.
  5. ^ Bradner, Liesl (2018-06-29). "The Resistance Before the #Resistance". Truthdig. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  6. ^ "Witness to the Revolution: Draft Resistance in 60s Los Angeles". lapl.org. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  7. ^ "The Boys Who Said No!". Activist Video Archive. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  8. ^ "Peace Press". peacepress.org. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  9. ^ "Peace Press Graphics". political-graphics. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  10. ^ "A draft resister, a judge and the moment that still binds them after 54 years". Yahoo News. 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  11. ^ "The Simpsons Archive: Simpsons Comic Reprint Collections - Supplemental Details". www.simpsonsarchive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-05.
  12. ^ "Actions Speak Louder Inc. Santa Monica, CA - filing information". www.bizprofile.net. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
  13. ^ "How Artists Survive: They Learn to Cook at the Peace Press". HuffPost. 2017-06-17. Retrieved 2024-11-28.
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