This collection of primary sources presents the story of U.S. History as told by dissenters who, throughout the course of American history, have fought to gain rights that they believed were denied to them or others, or who disagree with the government or majority opinion.

Each document is introduced by placing it in its historical context, and thought-provoking questions are provided to focus the student when s/he reads the text. Instructors are at liberty to choose the documents that best highlight a theme they wish to emphasize.