r.l. rodriguez | 03.12.2006 19:05

The APPO, the popular assembly of the people of Oaxaca, called for the support from the international community. San Diegans responded by gathering in front of the Mexican Consulate on 1549 India Street Friday evening. 35 people gathered in front of the consultant holding banners, signs, and candles sending the message to the Mexican government that their violent and repressive actions will not go unnoticed.

In late May teachers in Oaxaca went on strike demanding pay increases, improved working conditions, uniforms, and supplies. The Governor of Oaxaca, Ulises Ruiz, responded by sending in military police to beat and tear gas the teachers on strike. This would only be the beginning of the violence from the Mexican government. Six months later the struggle continues. As more time goes by more people in Oaxaca are being arrested, disappeared, suppressed, raped, imprisoned, and killed. International attention and pressure is desperately needed.

Another event will be held this Sunday at 1pm at La Milpa Organica 9988 Protea Gardens Road, Escondido, CA 92026. There will be food, films, and Oaxacan teacher Telesforo Santiago Enriquez will be speaking. For more information about the event call 619.591.6044 or email vapor-oaxaca@riseup.net.

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