The campaign proved that marginalized groups could challenge entrenched political machines through grassroots organization and voter registration.
Emboldened by the near-victory of Joe Edwards, Hunter S. Thompson decided to run for Sheriff of Pitkin County in 1970. He ran as an independent under the banner of the "Freak Power" party. His campaign symbol was a two-thumbed fist clutching a peyote button. fear and loathing in aspen
The campaign proved that marginalized groups could challenge entrenched political machines through grassroots organization and voter registration.
Emboldened by the near-victory of Joe Edwards, Hunter S. Thompson decided to run for Sheriff of Pitkin County in 1970. He ran as an independent under the banner of the "Freak Power" party. His campaign symbol was a two-thumbed fist clutching a peyote button.