Chomsky on YouTube

Guide Note: American linguist, theorist, and political activist Noam Chomsky has many lectures posted on video website YouTube.

One of the most popular and vocal opponents of the foreign policy of the United States and other nations, Chomsky's views and opinions have garnered praise and spawned criticism. He is often referred to as a "dissident intellectual."

Chomsky's activism leads him to give lectures all over the world. Many of his speaking engagements are captured on video and posted on the internet

Fast Facts

1. Born December 7, 1928 in Philadelphia
2. Son of Hebrew scholar
3. Institute Professor Emeritus of Linguistics at MIT
4. Spouse: Carol Schatz
5. Considers himself a "traditional anarchist"