Former American Neo-Nazi Skinhead Leader Crowdfunds Memoir, Exceeds Funding Goal in 48 Hours
By: Robert Diamond Sep. 20, 2014
Former right wing extremist Christian Picciolini to Release "Romantic Violence: Memoirs of an American Skinhead."
In his memoir "Romantic Violence: Memoirs of an American Skinhead," Chicago author and former right wing extremist Christian Picciolini shows readers how a well-loved fourteen-year-old kid from an immigrant Italian family became a leader of the early American racist skinhead movement. He was the lead singer in the first white power band from the United States to perform in Europe. He attended KKK rallies and cross burnings, was kicked out of four different high schools-some twice-and stockpiled weapons so, if necessary, he'd be ready to fight the United States government to protect the white race from annihilation. In his book, "Romantic Violence: Memoirs of an American Skinhead," Christian Picciolini, now a music industry veteran and peace advocate, faces his past with brutal honesty in the hope that by exposing his own crimes, others may live in peace. Picciolini has also committed to providing free copies of his book for all 16,000 United States public libraries if the 30-day Kickstarter campaign for "Romantic Violence" garners over $100,000 in pledges. Currently, the initial goal of $7,500 was exceeded within 48 hours of the campaign's launch and continues to grow steadily with 28 days remaining.Videos