<DIV><p>In 1969, a group of young Puerto Rican activists founded the Young Lords Party in New York City, taking inspiration from the Black Panthers. <I>Palante</I>, the first book by and about the radical organization, is brought back into print here with new introductory material. Capturing the spirit and actions of the sixties movements, <I>Palante</I> features political essays by members, oral histories of their lives leading into the party, and more than seventy-five photos of their vibrant membership and actions.</p><p><B>Michael Abramson</B> is a photographer and publisher who lives in Brooklyn, New York.</p><p><B>Iris Morales</B> is the producer of the documentary <I>¡Palente, Siempre Palente! The Young Lords</I>, which aired on PBS, and is the executive director of the Union Square Awards.</p></DIV>