Brought to the limelight in Sam Green's documentary, this book brings to life America's most famous renegades, the "Weather Underground". Based on detailed and original research, this book is a gripping account of the actions and motivations of the group of white people who risked their born privilege to oppose war and racism. At the same time, it provides a nuanced and critically engaged study demonstrating the Weather Underground's contemporary significance.

This engaging, and timely book tells the untold story of the "Weather Underground", from its incendiary beginnings to its tumultuous end. In an unsparing critical analysis, Berger uses dozens of in-depth interviews with former members and other long-time activists to trace the group's evolution in relation to the civil rights, Black Power, and anti-war movements. From the Students for a Democratic Society of the 1960s through the political trials of the 1980s, "Outlaws of America" is a history of the Weather Underground that clearly resonates today. It is essential reading for students, activists, and anyone concerned about both the state of the world and what to do about it.

Previous books on the subject lacked sources and clarity due to Grand Jury proceedings and an uncertain future for the members. Dan Berger has been able to combine all existing sources as well as finally procuring direct sources to bring us the most complete document about this essential group.