Daily Archives: 10/07/2014
The Criminalisation of Autonomous Social Activism
The high security prisons of Mexico are now home to those who demand justice, defend their territory against large neoliberal business projects, and organise their own security in the face of violent organised crime. In Nayarit, for example, Comandanta Nestora … Continue reading
Mireles: “I Am a Political Prisoner”
Doctor José Manuel Mireles Valverde has received widespread support since his arrest, and people are even shaving their heads as a sign of solidarity. However, he affirms that his refusal to submit to the will of an ineffective and corrupt … Continue reading
Ten Steps to Improve “Democracy”
1) Support and campaign for popular involvement in political decisions 2) Take direct action against injustice and support campaign groups 3) Oppose first-past-the-post elections and campaign for proportional representation 4) Expose party funding and cap it so … Continue reading