Paul Polansky

American author and romani rights activist (1942–2021).

Born February 1st, 1942 in Mason City.

Died March 26th, 2021 at 79 years old [ref]

Occupations
Romani rights activist, historian, opinion journalist, poet, writer
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Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What a Ride! Hunter S. Thompson