Let's first define counterculture.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/counterculture
As you can see, it's a culture that rejects or opposes the dominant culture and behavior of society.
This site describes the 1960s counterculture.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Counterculture_of_the_1960s
Although we always have remnants of a counterculture, especially among teens and 20s, in my opinion is only obvious in small ways today. In part this is due to the diverse mores and behaviors of the "dominant culture" now.
What do you think?
Describe the social structure and lifestyles of the 1960s Counterculture. How did the Vietnam War influence the Counterculture? Do you think there is a counterculture today? Explain your answer.
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