Through Howl, Ginsberg made nonconformity a point of pride and empowerment. 2. The Oppressive Violence of the American System. Another significant theme in Howl is Ginsberg’s condemnation of the social and political forces that systematically destroy individual freedom and creativity. More @Wikipedia
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