Open Call to Join in the Days of Global Action! Justice for Samir Flores! 6 Years of Impunity

That war, the storm, is everywhere, in thousands of towns and cities in America, Europe, Asia, Africa or Oceania. Instilling fear, disorganizing life, escalating in Mexico, in the period since the 4T, the murder and disappearance of more and more comrades who defend life, probe and spread the truth like Samir. That is why Samir is in many places, has many names and different genders, but with a common trait: rebellion.

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Comandanta Ramona mural

Ramona Sends Off Subcommander Marcos

Along with a few outsiders and many indigenous Zapatistas, I had the opportunity and the honor to attend the burial and contemplate the human issues that always arise when one is confronted with the finality and continuality of death. Throughout that sunny morning and brilliant afternoon, a tumult of emotions and thoughts and impressions flashed across my consciousness and are still percolating beneath the surface. Although I am still sorting out my feeling, I need to share some impressions from that profound experience.

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JBG 2011: Four postcards / Cuatro postales

Older folks, both men and women, accompany the hundreds of youth throughout the celebration. These Zapatista authorities from local municipalities work day and night throughout the celebration. The men cook wonderful food which fuels the sports and cultural work of the students. The women and men serving as local Zapatista government authorities seek advice and direction from the Good Government Board about issues facing their communities.

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What is Zapatista Autonomy?

Autonomy is a word readers and researchers on the Schools for Chiapas website will come across often. It is a key concept of Zapatismo: One will come across autonomous zones, autonomous municipalities, autonomous communities, autonomous education, autonomous health…even an autonomous ambulance! The Zapatista project is defined by the demand for autonomy and it is important to have a clear understanding of the term.

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