Call for a “Zapatista Bloc” to Greet President Calderón in Boston on 2/11
Since 1994 the autonomous Zapatista rebels, with their black ski-masks, bandannas, and unwavering dedication to human freedom, have struck fear into the hearts of all Mexican presidents; fear of the Indigenous fighting back, fear of the oppressed standing up, and fear that the people of Mexico will revolt for popular democracy! When Felipe visits his imperialist partners at Harvard, he won't escape, he can't escape, the march of the Zapatistas!
On Monday, February 11th 2008, Mexican President Felipe Calderón will speak at Harvard University's JFK Forum in Cambridge. Boston doesn't appreciate visits from those who violently suppress Indigenous movements and work to create desperate economic conditions that force millions of their citizens to migrate in search of better lives. As radicals, we should especially be standing in solidarity with the Zapatistas, who are in greater danger of military assault now than at almost any point over the last decade. BAAM is calling on all anarchists, anti-authoritarians, and anti-capitalists to come together for a radical bloc to march on the venue hosting Calderón; the more Zapatistas, the better. This will be an all-out Zapatista-themed march; masks, banners, flags, and anything else that seems appropriate for an autonomous rebel (to avoid overly aggravating the “authorities”, no guns please, fake or otherwise!). Rest assured that there will be prizes floating around for the best Zapatista get-up, as well as the best anti-Calderón rants!
At this time, there are several other groups planning a rally outside the forum. BAAM intends for the bloc to show up at the rally at some point, but only after we're done marching! We are expecting a boisterous, rowdy bloc with lots of ski masks and Zapatista flags; the energy, momentum, and ingenuity of those taking part will decide where it goes!
When? - Monday, February 11th
What Time? - The bloc will start forming at 5pm, and will depart at 6pm (Don't be late!)
Where - Harvard Square (Harvard stop on the Red Line... look for the flags!)
More Information - Folks needing more info or a place to stay should contact BAAM! at: BAAM (a) hush.com.
Suggestions for banners & signs include:
(Wikipedia these for more information)
- repression of Indigenous/autonomous movements [Oaxaca and Chiapas are well-known examples]
- the holding of political prisoners
- privatization/increasing corporate control of resources
- NAFTA (capital flows freely across national boundaries but border patrols restrict immigrants)
- Security & Prosperity Partnership ("enhanced" version of NAFTA, but with guns)
Come march in solidarity with Indigenous autonomous movements! Come join us in “welcoming” Calderón to our fair city!
Para todos todo, para nosotros nada! / Everything for everyone, and nothing for ourselves!
www.baamboston.org/
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One of the rally calls that's already been circulated by Massachusetts Global Action:
PROTEST MEXICAN PRESIDENT FELIPE CALDERON'S VISIT TO CAMBRIDGE
Monday, February 11, 2008 – 6:00pm
In front of:
Harvard's John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, 79 JFK Street, Cambridge.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2008
Contact: Suren Moodliar (English)
Massachusetts Global Action
Phone: 617-482-6300
Email: suren[@]fairjobs.org
PROTEST MEXICAN PRESIDENT FELIPE CALDERON'S VISIT TO CAMBRIDGE
Monday, February 11, 2008 – 6:00pm
In front of:
Harvard's John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, 79 JFK Street, Cambridge.
On Monday, February 11th 2008, Mexican President Felipe Calderón will speak at Harvard University's JFK Forum in Cambridge. Boston doesn't appreciate visits from those who violently suppress Indigenous movements and work to create desperate economic conditions that force millions of their citizens to migrate in search of better lives. As radicals, we should especially be standing in solidarity with the Zapatistas, who are in greater danger of military assault now than at almost any point over the last decade. BAAM is calling on all anarchists, anti-authoritarians, and anti-capitalists to come together for a radical bloc to march on the venue hosting Calderón; the more Zapatistas, the better. This will be an all-out Zapatista-themed march; masks, banners, flags, and anything else that seems appropriate for an autonomous rebel (to avoid overly aggravating the “authorities”, no guns please, fake or otherwise!). Rest assured that there will be prizes floating around for the best Zapatista get-up, as well as the best anti-Calderón rants!
At this time, there are several other groups planning a rally outside the forum. BAAM intends for the bloc to show up at the rally at some point, but only after we're done marching! We are expecting a boisterous, rowdy bloc with lots of ski masks and Zapatista flags; the energy, momentum, and ingenuity of those taking part will decide where it goes!
When? - Monday, February 11th
What Time? - The bloc will start forming at 5pm, and will depart at 6pm (Don't be late!)
Where - Harvard Square (Harvard stop on the Red Line... look for the flags!)
More Information - Folks needing more info or a place to stay should contact BAAM! at: BAAM (a) hush.com.
Suggestions for banners & signs include:
(Wikipedia these for more information)
- repression of Indigenous/autonomous movements [Oaxaca and Chiapas are well-known examples]
- the holding of political prisoners
- privatization/increasing corporate control of resources
- NAFTA (capital flows freely across national boundaries but border patrols restrict immigrants)
- Security & Prosperity Partnership ("enhanced" version of NAFTA, but with guns)
Come march in solidarity with Indigenous autonomous movements! Come join us in “welcoming” Calderón to our fair city!
Para todos todo, para nosotros nada! / Everything for everyone, and nothing for ourselves!
www.baamboston.org/
*****
One of the rally calls that's already been circulated by Massachusetts Global Action:
PROTEST MEXICAN PRESIDENT FELIPE CALDERON'S VISIT TO CAMBRIDGE
Monday, February 11, 2008 – 6:00pm
In front of:
Harvard's John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, 79 JFK Street, Cambridge.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2008
Contact: Suren Moodliar (English)
Massachusetts Global Action
Phone: 617-482-6300
Email: suren[@]fairjobs.org
PROTEST MEXICAN PRESIDENT FELIPE CALDERON'S VISIT TO CAMBRIDGE
Monday, February 11, 2008 – 6:00pm
In front of:
Harvard's John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, 79 JFK Street, Cambridge.
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Wednesday, February 06, 2008
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