By MARTY GOODMAN The ever-escalating brutality of the Israeli Zionist state has shocked millions. As a result an altogether new level of international solidarity with Palestine has begun. Its recruits are mainly young activists from the anti-war movement and World Bank protests, Central America solidarity work, and anti-racist and trade-union activism. One Palestine solidarity organization, … Continue reading Israeli Terror Spurs Palestine Solidarity
Category: Actions & Protest
Socialist Action National Convention: Build the Party!
SAN FRANCISCO-The Aug. 2-4 Tenth National Convention of Socialist Action attracted revolutionary fighters, antiwar activists, trade unionists, and youth from across the country. After four months of pre-convention discussion, Socialist Action members debated and approved three major resolutions that set the political and organizational framework for the party's activities in the coming year. The adopted … Continue reading Socialist Action National Convention: Build the Party!
National Civil Liberties Conference to Focus on Mumia Abu-Jamal
By JEFF MACKLER The Northern California-based Mobilization to Free Mumia Abu-Jamal will host, along with the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of California at Berkeley, a national conference that will situate Mumia's fight for life and freedom in the context of the post 9-11 assault on civil liberties and democratic rights. The Nov. … Continue reading National Civil Liberties Conference to Focus on Mumia Abu-Jamal
Youth in Action
JAMS 4 JUSTICE By MARK OSTAPIAK Ask most people what rock music means and you could expect to hear such answers as "sex," "drugs," big hair," "loud guitars," "a driving rhythm," etc. Furthest from his/her mind is the idea of rock n' roll as a political tool. However, many attempts have been made to silence … Continue reading Youth in Action
Teachers Rally in Iran
By OUR CORRESPONDENT In recent months, workers throughout Iran have held numerous strikes and rallies for better pay and working conditions. Demonstrations by teachers have continued despite violent attacks by the authorities. Their core demands are for a pay raise and the right to organize independent trade unions. There are about 2 million teachers in … Continue reading Teachers Rally in Iran
Duluth on April 20
By ADAM RITSCHER DULUTH, Minn.-While tens of thousands of people were protesting in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco against the U.S. war on Afghanistan and the Israeli attacks upon the Palestinians, a spirited band of activists gathered in Duluth. Almost 100 people, including some who had never been to a protest before, turned out on … Continue reading Duluth on April 20
US Backed Coup in Venezuela Blown Away by Mass Upsurge
By DAVID NAVA & GERRY FOLEY The April 11 military coup against the populist regime of Hugo Chavez in Venezuela followed a pattern that has become well known in Latin America. U.S. authorities conspired with the local oligarchy to overthrow a government that had responded, even in a limited way, to demands of the impoverished … Continue reading US Backed Coup in Venezuela Blown Away by Mass Upsurge
Mass Demonstrations in France were Key to Defeating Far-Right Candidate
By GERRY FOLEY On the evening of May 5, following the second round in the French presidential elections, the Ligue Communiste Revolutionnaire, the French sister organization of Socialist Action, declared that a "huge popular mobilization" had barred the way to any further advance for the ultraright proto-fascist National Front candidate, Jean-Marie Le Pen. Despite the … Continue reading Mass Demonstrations in France were Key to Defeating Far-Right Candidate
Over 130,000 March on April 20 in Washington & San Francisco
By MICHAEL SCHREIBER On April 20, a total of more than 130,000 protesters joined forces in giant demonstrations in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. While many issues were raised at the two cities' events-including opposition to the U.S. war in Afghanistan and threats of a wider war extending to the Philippines, Iraq, Colombia, and other … Continue reading Over 130,000 March on April 20 in Washington & San Francisco
Activists Mobilize to Defend Mumia
The case of the world's most well-known death row political prisoner and innocent man, Mumia Abu-Jamal, was an integral part of the mass antiwar mobilizations on April 20 in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. Taped messages from Mumia opposing U.S. moves in the Middle East were played at both demonstrations. Speakers for Mumia's defense addressed … Continue reading Activists Mobilize to Defend Mumia
Three Million Workers Rally in Italy to Protest Anti-Labor Legislation
By GERRY FOLEY Three million workers and youth marched in Rome on Saturday, March 23, in response to an attempt by the recently elected reactionary government in Italy to give employers an unrestricted right to fire their workers. It was undoubtedly the largest demonstration in the history of the country. The march, called by Italy's … Continue reading Three Million Workers Rally in Italy to Protest Anti-Labor Legislation
Hundreds of Thousands Protest EU Meeting in Barcelona
Hundreds of thousands marched in Barcelona last month protesting the conference of the European Union (EU) summit. Some highlights of the week of activities were: Sunday, March 10, 400,000 people demonstrated against Spain's National Hydrological Plan. Thursday, March 14, 100,000 trade unionists answered the call of the European TUC, demonstrating for "More Europe with full … Continue reading Hundreds of Thousands Protest EU Meeting in Barcelona
Youth in Action
Black Hawk War Propaganda By MIKE ROGGE I've got to be honest with you people, among my favorite movies, "Saving Private Ryan" and "Three Kings" (even with Mark Wahlberg and Ice Cube) are high on the list. Yet, after returning from "Black Hawk Down," I'd have to say that we, as a nation, have entered … Continue reading Youth in Action
Thousands Protest World Economic Forum
By GERRY FIORI NEW YORK-Undaunted by freezing temperatures and attempted police intimidation, close to 10,000 people demonstrated here on Feb. 2 against the meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF). The demonstration, called by the Another World Is Possible Coalition, began at noon with a rally at 59th Street and Fifth Avenue, just outside Central … Continue reading Thousands Protest World Economic Forum
Mumia Abu-Jamal’s Statement to Anti-WEF Protests: Who Benefits from War?
By MUMIA ABU-JAMAL When George II (or is it III?) was enthroned in the White House by the Gang of Five of the Supreme Court, as a kind of American Emperor, a thought came to mind, chillingly: There will be a war. It came with such a clarity that it was surprising. Why? A couple … Continue reading Mumia Abu-Jamal’s Statement to Anti-WEF Protests: Who Benefits from War?
Argentina Erupts!
By DAVID TURPIN On Dec. 19 and 20, a spontaneous mass explosion drove Argentine President Fernando de la Rua and his economics minister, Domingo Carvallo, from office. The president had to be evacuated in a helicopter. Demanding bread and work, tens of thousands of demonstrators converged on the Plaza de Mayo in the center of … Continue reading Argentina Erupts!
Washington Demonstration to Protest Capitalist Globalization
By JEFF MACKLER Some 14,000 participants-including heads of state, finance ministers, and journalists-are expected to attend the Sept. 29-30 Washington, D.C., annual joint meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank (WB). Estimates for the number of protesters range up to 100,000. The city of Washington has requested an additional $30 million in … Continue reading Washington Demonstration to Protest Capitalist Globalization
Editorials
There's more in the pantry for the generals While the Bush administration's sweeping tax program will devastate the federal government's minimal social programs, it is not going to take any skin off the nose of the military. In fact, the military budget this year will be increased by at least $5.6 billion, and possibly much … Continue reading Editorials
War on Drugs is Really a War on Us
By MARY McINTYRE TULIA, Texas-Across the nation unsuspecting communities have become microcosms of the Drug War, which seems to have become a veritable breeding ground-if not proving ground-of corruption, racism, and injustice while working people foot the bill. Contrary to what the government would like you to believe, the "bad guys" in this war … Continue reading War on Drugs is Really a War on Us
LA Protests Reveal growing Radicalization
By JOANNA BAKER and MICHAEL SCHWARTZ LOS ANGELES-According to the mainstream media, the recent protests in Los Angeles were mainly a battle between the police and violent "anarchists." They set it up to make the people of L.A. feel like there were only two sides you could be … Continue reading LA Protests Reveal growing Radicalization
Mumia’s Message to Washington DC Protesters: When Will African Americans Learn that the Two Major Parties are both Parties of White Supremacy and Corporate Control?
On Aug. 26, a "Redeem the Dream" march was held in Washington, D.C., against police brutality and racial profiling. Most of the speakers urged the crowd to vote for Democratic Party candidates. Only Mumia-in a taped message reprinted below-warned against support for the Democrats. Ona move! Long live John Africa! Thanks for your kind invitation … Continue reading Mumia’s Message to Washington DC Protesters: When Will African Americans Learn that the Two Major Parties are both Parties of White Supremacy and Corporate Control?
5000 in LA Protest ‘Republocrat’ Attacks on Mumia Abu-Jamal
By JEFF MACKLER LOS ANGELES-Supporters of Mumia Abu-Jamal mobilized here on Sunday, Aug. 13, for a march to the Staples Center, site of the Democratic Party National Convention. They demanded that Jamal's planned execution be stopped and that a new trial be granted now. The protesters came from a number of West Coast cities and … Continue reading 5000 in LA Protest ‘Republocrat’ Attacks on Mumia Abu-Jamal
Thousands Protest Republicans
By MICHAEL SCHREIBER PHILADELPHIA-"Whose streets? Our streets!" chanted demonstrators as they greeted the delegates and media in town for the Republican National Convention. For one week, this city was rocked by scores of rallies, marches, and smaller-scale "direct action" events. Tragically, the peaceful protest activities were marred by police violence. The Philadelphia Police Department-supported all … Continue reading Thousands Protest Republicans
Mumia Activists Mobilize for Protest at Democratic Party Convention in L.A.
By JEFF MACKLER "The Sunday, Aug. 13 protest at the Democratic Party National Convention," according to Jim Lafferty, co-coordinator of the Los Angeles Committee to Stop the Execution of Mumia Abu-Jamal, "will be the largest demonstration for innocent death row inmate Mumia Abu-Jamal in Los Angeles history." Lafferty, also the Los Angeles executive director of … Continue reading Mumia Activists Mobilize for Protest at Democratic Party Convention in L.A.
LABOR BRIEFING
by CHARLES WALKER 20,000 in L.A. rally for immigrant workers At long last, the AFL-CIO has done an about-face concerning immigrants' rights. At its February executive meeting it adopted a resolution supporting amnesty for undocumented workers. It now says that it opposes sanctions against employers who hire undocumented workers, and it's calling for new … Continue reading LABOR BRIEFING