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Presented by Professor Valerie Hoffman - Associate Professor of Religious Studies
This talk analyzed the hope for universal human rights and the chances of enforcing these rights consistently and without exception. A number of issues were discussed, including the importance of holding countries accountable for the treaties they sign, even in times of war and distress.
With 20 people in attendance, a spirited discussion took place after professor Hoffman’s talk.
URBANA – An anti-war rally set for noon Nov. 13 at the University of Illinois Quad will launch a series of peace events.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the same day, the Quad will have the Eyes Wide Open Boot Display, sponsored by the American Friends Service Committee. That evening at 6 p.m. in Room 103 of Mumford Hall, 1301 W. Gregory Drive, U, a panel discussion, “The Legacy of GI Resistance,” will feature Joe Allen, author of “Vietnam: The (Last) War the U.S. Lost”; Joe Miller, UI lecturer and member of Vietnam Veterans Against the War; and Richard Stacewicz, historian and author of “Winter Soldiers: An Oral History of the Vietnam Veterans Against the War.” From 7 to 8:30 p.m., there will be testimony by Iraqis and veterans of the global war on terrorism.
Event sponsors are Iraq Veterans Against the War, Vietnam Veterans Against the War, the Champaign-Urbana Arab Students Association, the American Friends Service Committee, Campus Greens, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, the Anti-War Anti-Racism Effort, the Campus Antiwar Network, the International Socialist Organization and Students for Justice in Palestine.
Call 706-284-6148 for information.
This year, there are over 20 different items on the ballot, yet most of the attention and coverage is given to the Presidential election. This seminar will help address and educate voters on important local races and referendums that have an impact on our community. Carol Ammons, an experienced community activist and currently running for District 5 seat on Champaign County, will join Brian Dolinar, a leading member of the Champaign Urbana Citizens for Peace and Justice, to lead the seminar.
| WHEN: Friday, October 31rd; 8:15 p.m |
| WHERE: 106. S Lincoln – CIMIC |
| WHO: Everyone is welcome, bring your friends! |
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Co-Sponsored by: Muslim Students Association, Arab Student Association, Muslim American Society, Students for Justice in Palestine, CIMIC Seminar Committee & Council on American-Islamic Relations-UIUC |
Speakers:
Rep. Naomi Jakobbson (Democrat, 103rd District)
Senator Mike Frerichs (Democrat, 52nd District)
Frank Calabrese (Young Republicans Representative and Candidate for 103rd District)
Learn where major political parties stand on the issues that matter most so you can be an educated voter!Representatives from the Republican and Democratic parties will be going over their presidential candidate’s stance on major issues in this election and why it’s important for YOU to get involved.
When: Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Gregory Hall, Room 100
EVERYONE IS WELCOME– SPREAD THE WORD!
