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My sincere condolences to Margaret Flowers and Kevin Zeese‘s family and friends. He will be missed by many. ~ Lo
I'm heartbroken. One of the best humans I've ever known – Kevin Zeese @KBZeese – has passed away from a heart attack. He was a powerful force on the front-lines of every fight for justice – poverty, war, healthcare, & more. The movement for peace & love has lost a shining star.
— Lee Camp [Redacted] (@LeeCamp) September 6, 2020
Devastated by the sudden loss of my friend, Kevin Zeese. Kevin was a reassuring guide through turmoil, a militant for peace, the epitome of a stand-up guy. He put his body between the empire and its targets and stood on the frontlines until his last day. pic.twitter.com/LNH9DErcFg
— Max Blumenthal (@MaxBlumenthal) September 6, 2020
Heartbreaking! Our dear @KBZeese Kevin Zeese passed away suddenly this morning. Kevin was a brilliant writer, organizer, strategist and visionary. Wherever there was injustice, Kevin was there, with his partner Margaret @MFlowers8 and @PopResistance. We miss you, brother. pic.twitter.com/q87cGWHaS5
— Medea Benjamin (@medeabenjamin) September 6, 2020
I am heart broken this morning. I learned that my friend and comrade Kevin Zeese passed away suddenly.
Rest in Power!@KBZeese— Margaret Kimberley (@freedomrideblog) September 6, 2020
The movement just lost a brother in the struggle against war and oppression. @KBZeese was a tireless organizer, strategist and front line activist, standing strong when threatened with right-wing & state violence and jail, along side his partner @MFlowers8. Kevin Zeese Presente! pic.twitter.com/lSzzd3Pyd6
— Partnership for Civil Justice Fund (@ThePCJF) September 6, 2020
Canciller Arreaza lamentó fallecimiento de activista que defendió la embajada de Venezuela en Washington Kevin Zeese#205AñosCartaDeJamaicahttps://t.co/N0h0Ix3F7Z pic.twitter.com/jrMyAs7RKS
— VTV CANAL 8 (@VTVcanal8) September 6, 2020
Devastating news that international solidarity and anti-war activist Kevin Zeese has passed away. He was at the frontlines defending the Venezuelan embassy in DC last year and his solidarity with the Bolivarian Revolution was immense. He'll be sorely missed. Rest in power! pic.twitter.com/ERyyYcZdrB
— venezuelanalysis.com (@venanalysis) September 6, 2020
What a tragedy and loss. Kevin, Margaret and others here in our DC area movement formed an organic community of resistance opposing the US illegal, pirate-like seizure of the Venezuelan Embassy. Kevin’s leadership was consistent, steadfast and effective. A big loss for all today https://t.co/cg2nue6eCs
— Brian Becker (@BrianBeckerDC) September 6, 2020
An unspeakable loss to so many on a personal and movement level. Kevin Zeese was a force of nature. His brilliance illuminated how we got here and where we're going. Now we take him there in our hearts. Kevin Zeese presente! La lucha continua! https://t.co/SJKyaAa2k9
— Dr. Jill Stein🌻 (@DrJillStein) September 6, 2020
We are deeply saddened to announce our former Senate candidate & long-standing Green activist Kevin Zeese unexpectedly passed away early this morning. More information on how we can come together to lift up his legacy to the Green Party will be forthcoming. Kevin Zeese, Presente.
— Maryland Green Party 🌻 (@mdgreens) September 6, 2020
Unspeakably tragic. Kevin Zeese was a clarion voice on the US left who knew how important it is to prioritize anti-imperialism.
Kevin put his body on the line protecting Venezuela's embassy, and dispelled regime-change propaganda at @PopResistance.
He will be sorely missed. RIP https://t.co/R1fyaBCNit
— Ben Norton (@BenjaminNorton) September 6, 2020
We deeply regret the unexpected departure of our brother Kevin Zeese, courageous Peace and Human Rights activist. One of the US heroes that defended our Embassy until the end. Our condolences to his partner Margaret and all of his family. pic.twitter.com/fLoqFhskPp
— Jorge Arreaza M (@jaarreaza) September 6, 2020
U.S. peace activist and organizer, Friend to Venezuela and Latin America, Co-director of @PopResistance and Embassy Protector (among many other things), Kevin Zeese, passed away this morning. The fight lives on. Thank you Kevin for everything. @teleSURenglish pic.twitter.com/A1sXS5OVx6
— Camila (@PrensaCamila) September 6, 2020
I can’t believe you’re gone.
Kevin Zeese is a genuine example of a committed fighter for a better world. His solidarity was unconditional and his joyful energy was contagious. I learned so much from him.
We’ll carry his memory to all future battles. We love you Kevin. pic.twitter.com/RKp4Xd8mtS
— Anya Parampil (@anyaparampil) September 6, 2020
Updated
We are sad to announce the passing of our Press Secretary Kevin Zeese last night. ”Kevin leaves an enormous hole in his wake. He would want his legacy to be that we filled it by multiplying our efforts to bring about a better world.” – Howie Hawkinshttps://t.co/34zxo8llxx pic.twitter.com/7JQD9pXFai
— Howie Hawkins (@HowieHawkins) September 6, 2020
@KBZeese remembering Kevin Zeese, who passed away last night. Pics from our trip to #Palestine – Aida refugee camp, in #Jerusalem with Rabbi Hirsch, in the #Naqab with local Palestinian Bedouin. Such a brilliant, caring person, such a sad day. pic.twitter.com/CfGF6vy9kP
— Miko Peled (@mikopeled) September 6, 2020
We were devastated to learn of the death today of Kevin Zeese, a lifelong fighter for justice & against imperialism. He was an example for us all. We will honor his life by continuing the struggle he was so important a part of—opposing imperialism.
Kevin Zeese, Presente! pic.twitter.com/0wdXBW9Mek
— Cuba & Venezuela Solidarity Ctte (US) (@CubaVenezCte) September 6, 2020
Kevin Zeese — PRESENTE!
Our movements have had no greater friend and comrade.
Thank you Kevin, we are eternally grateful.
Rest in the greatest of power…
as we continue the struggles. pic.twitter.com/7yT8dEiFsd— Rivera Sun (@RiveraSunAuthor) September 6, 2020
“Those in power can kill one, two, or three roses, but they will never be able to stop the coming of spring”
– Lula da SilvaRIP Kevin Zeese pic.twitter.com/NJrGXZzjbE
— Abby Martin (@AbbyMartin) September 6, 2020
I lost a friend.
All of us lost a prolific, tireless, and principled advocate and activist for peace and justice.
— Howie Hawkins (@HowieHawkins) September 6, 2020
See also: Kevin Zeese: Irreplaceable, by David Swanson
From the archives:
Chris Hedges, Margaret Flowers and Kevin Zeese: The Mechanics of Rebellion
Kevin Zeese on Venezuela’s Economy: It’s Not Socialism, It’s Abusive Capitalism and US Imperialism
Chris Hedges: Resistance in the Age of Trump
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Very sad news. Condolences to Margaret, his family and all activists. 😥 Hugs.
Thank you, Jane. So very sad.
RIP Mr. Zeese, the struggle will continue until we see the change for a better world.
Thanks, Tinkie.
Losing David Graeber and Kevin Zeese in the same week is horrible and nearly overwhelming. In their memory, we MUST struggle on.
Yes, indeed we must.
Hope you’ve been well, Ed.
Kevin — what a courageous, brilliant and steadfast comrade, so very important to our movements for social and environmental justice, freedom for Assange and Mumia abu-Jamal, you name it — Kevin and his partner Margaret Flowers pieced together “Clearing the Fog” podcast and PopularResistance.org … A huge loss to our movements. Couldn’t ask for a better and dedicated radical activist — and PERSON — so proud to know him, so much sadness in his passing. Much love to Margaret. Bye, Kevin …. and THANK YOU.
My condolences to you, Mitchel.
Thanks for adding yours, too.
OMG – what a loss! One of enlightened progressives’ greatest allies. Sincere condolences!
Thank you, Amy.
One of the kindest, bravest and smartest folks I ever met. It was a pleasure to photograph Kevin and we did so often because he was so fearless and open and he showed up at almost every social justice event in memory. Condolences to you, Margaret. We fight on.
This is so heartbreaking, Stephen. And yes, we must fight on!
Thanks for all your work in photographing the many protests and rallies in D.C. and then sharing with all of us bloggers.