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"Nov 99-Peltier Freedom Month Calendar"
Copyright © 1999 LPDC
Saturday, October 30 Freedom Run begins (9:00 a.m.) in Philadelphia at the Liberty Bell.***Monday, November 1*** OPENING--Leonard Peltier Freedom Month:
Survivors of the reign of terror, members of the Peltier family, Congressional reps, cultural activities, and more TBAWednesday, November 3
Public honoring of Native Lives.
A symbolic and spiritual honoring for those who gave their lives during Wounded Knee I, Wounded Knee II, and the reign of terror on Pine Ridge--Descendants from Wounded Knee I, Veterans from Wounded Knee II, and survivors of the Reign of Terror, including Rosaline Jumping Bull will speak.Saturday, November 6
Solidarity with the peoples of Guatemala.
Day of the Dead ceremonies in honor of all Indigenous Peoples killed since the arrival of Columbus.Sunday, November 7 Solidarity with the peoples of Mexico.
Day of the Dead ceremonies in honor of all Indigenous Peoples killed since the arrival of Columbus.Monday, November 8, 1999 Big Mountain Solidarity
Roberta Blackgoat and grandchildrenTuesday, November 9, 1999
Youth For Justice
Hip-Hop, punk, and speakers--Perfomers-Natay, Blackfire, Shadow Wise and more TBA--speakers--OJ from the Gustafsen Lake stand off and more TBAWednesday, November 10, 1999
Honoring for Ingrid Washinawatok, Laheenae Gay, and Terence FreitasThursday, November 11, 1999
Veterans for Justice
Sponsored by Veterans for Peace--speakers, reading by James Rayle and more TBA***Saturday, November 13*** Unity Day
Free all political prisoners, stop racism, stop police brutality, respect the earth, dignity and respect for all life---Come listen to speakers from differnt organizations and movements who are coming together to help gain freedom for Leonard PeltierSunday, November 14
Reading from Leonard Peltier’s new book, My Life Is My Sun Dance
Suzanne Harjo, Harvey Arden, and more TBAMonday, November 15
Indigenous Voices
Arvol Looking Horse, Bear Lincoln, Billy Tayac, Suzanne Harjo and many more (TBA) will come to talk about the history and current issues facing Native PeopleWednesday, November 17
Victims of FBI abuses
Come here testimony from people from all walks of life who will retell their harrowing experiences with FBI abuses and misconduct --Speakers TBAThursday, November 18
Still No Justice
Thousands of petitions and letters of support to be delivered to the Clinton AdministrationSunday, November 21
People of Faith for Justice
Churches show support for Leonard PeltierTuesday, November 23
Women for Justice
The Indigenous Women’s Network, Rigoberta Menchu, the Colorado Sisters, Jennifer Harbury, Jean Day, Pemina Yellow Bird, and more (TBA) come to speak and show support for Leonard PeltierWednesday, November 24
Gathering of the Drums
Call to all Indigenous drum groups***Thursday, November 25***
CLOSING--Leonard Peltier Freedom Month
Vigil and Closing Prayer Ceremony 5:00 p.m.-.8:00 p.m.
Come thank the fasters and show solidarity during the "Thanksgiving" holiday. (Meanwhile--Plymouth Rock--Day of Mourning sponsored by United American Indians of New England.)
[LPDC NOTE: The dates listed inside of the ***astricks*** are important days to mobilize crowds. If you are able to come to DC during any part of November, please include one or more of these days in your schedule if possible, and bring your friends. Every day of November will include a morning prayer ceremony lead by David Chief, drumming, singing, and various other cultural activities. Every evening a candlelight vigil will be held unless other activities are being conducted at night. All activities listed will be conducted at the Ellipse Park (behind the White House), the Lafayette Park (In front of the White House), or at an indoor location close by. We will release the times, speakers, exact locations and performers as plans develop—contact the LPDC for any questions or for more information.]
Alcohol and drugs are prohibited.
Contact the LPDC: Leonard Peltier Defense Committee
P.O. Box 583
Lawrence, KS 66044
Phone: 785-842-5774
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