Since that report, I have been compelled to search for further information on Canadian mining companies and their involvement in Central America. Needless to say when one searches on the net, you find the PR machine and the corporate media reporting on how they are helping to bring jobs, money and security to the various regions they are mining and their corporate responsibility. But if you dig deeper, this really is not the case. In my opinion they are filling their own pockets with no respect the indigenous people of the regions. Nothing it seems has changed over the centuries. Money is power and if you have power, you then loose respect on the people that have helped line your pockets and nothing will stand in your way.
Goldcorp from Vancouver, has mining operations in Honduras, specifically in the Valle de Siria region. An interview from Todd Gordon and Jeffery R. Webber with Carlos Danilo Amador. the General Secretary of the Regional Environmental Committee of the Valle de Siria, published in the Upside Down Worldshould be widely circulated in the mainstream press but I fear it will not reach many Canadians.  From the interview Goldcorp is doing little to help the people in the region, they continue to take the dignity away from the people. They are no longer farming and living off the land, their water is contaminated and the continual mining will damage the land beyond repair.
I thank James, Todd, Jeffery and scores of others who continue to bring these reports to the attention of those who seek it. Without people like you, we would not know.
Many ask that question – why, why are we in Afghanistan? But this video is asking the American public why are we in Afghanistan AGAIN?
I understand very little about why we (Canadians, British and Americans) are there and ask the same question. This video written a directed by Michael Zweig gave me answers that one does not read in the corporate media. Yes I believe that we should “rethink Afghanistan” before it is too late. Perhaps it already is.
The video below is the “express” version and most definitely should be viewed. The full length version can also be accessed from the link.
We have heard so much as of late about natural disasters that have left thousands dead and millions homeless.
Most of us sit at home quite comfortably reading horrific tales of disaster on our lap tops, hoping that kind of disaster will never come our way. And when it does, we think are more prepared in the “west” than any country. Well, we know that is not true after Katrina.
I read reports where people are amazed that help can not get to the people who have suffered from the world’s fury. At the disgust of local officials. My, what a short memory these people have.  Even here in Canada a few years back, many people in rural areas in the dead of winter were left without power for weeks!! Oh we heard the excuses but one just had to wait. In reality, man has no control over natural disasters. No one, no matter how much technology, can inform people how much damage will occur.
Again, I turn to Cuba. the fury that they see is hurricanes. They are well prepared. They prepare their people what to do. Call it what you want, but their people listen and people live through the torment and human life is spared. Perhaps it is time that nations should take note of what they do to protect their people.
My heart goes out to all who are at this moment suffering what nature has thrown in their path.  I wish I could help. I wish I could be there – even if it is to hold someone while they cry of their loss. But I cannot. I will trust those who are more equipped and ready to send experienced people to help. But is it not true, sometimes in adversity, all you want is some one to listen to you and some one to hold. We are because of technology closer but it some ways we are farther apart.
Well the word is out that apparently I am not meant to be a house cleaner……… hmmmmmm!!
My stint lasted six months – not bad. But damn hard work for $11 an hour and to be treated by many as though you are their servant!!! I was not amused. I do not mind hard work, nor do I mind helping people but to get on my knees and bow down to them – I don’t think so – not in this life time. Now then again if I could do this for myself and make double the money ………… the story may be a little different….. just a little.
I have never during all my experience as a bartender let people belittle me as their “server” and now because I am cleaning their house – HA!!! I don’t think so!! What gives these people the right to treat others as slaves?!!? Are there still slaves in Canada?!!? Excuse me but where are we and what planet are we on and what year is it?!?! Yet others are so grateful that you have reduced their burden …….. they are the ones who are real and have a life and can hire someone to help them keep their house in order. Nothing wrong with that. But to work around someone who is lounging around on their fat ass with an attitude of supremacy………. sorry I do not want to help them.
OK I am not saying that I will not clean houses but only under my terms baby – not theirs.
My beef for the day …………….
Maybe yes maybe it is time for a change again ………… I love change …. makes life interesting and a challenge!!
I look at the picture at the top of my page and my mind wanders back to Cuba. It has now been five months since my last visit. I miss Cuba. I miss my friends. I miss their love of life. I miss their attitude. It really is time to return.
But alas, I cannot return today, nor tomorrow, nor do I see my return happening within the next few months. And this makes me sad.
Why does this island, alone in the Caribbean call me back? I feel different when I am there. I feel alive. I feel the passion of life. Why? I keep trying to answer that question and I do not have the answer. The only thought comes to mind is the people. They are Cuba.
You may ask what is holding me back – HA!! No bloody money!! No work – no money – no return. So find work, buy a ticket and go where you do feel alive……easier said then done BUT I will return by the end of the year. Once if not twice …………
I could not stop myself from laughing or posting this video. If you need a laugh or even just a smile on your face anytime of the day, then you should watch this. The couple that made this obviously love life and their four legged friend. Kudoos to you!!
These series of pictures have just been released. Taken, so we are told, by the New City Police Department helicopter.
My question is why were these pictures with held from the public and how come the NY cops were right there at the right time to take these pictures? Yes, they have helicopters – but how many and when and where are they dispatched? That said, these are amazing pictures.
Roger Daltry & Pete Townshend were interviewed for Superbowl Halftime. Kind of a weird interview. One of Roger’s comments about the roadies who put the stage up for the 12 minute show is quite outrageous. The interviewer had no idea how to respond …….. Roger was amazed how quickly and efficiently the stage was put together and suggested that the roadies that put up the stage should have been sent to war and it would all be over now…..
This is a great report from BBC on how Cuban people survive hurricanes over and over again. And what they are continuing to do, so Cubans can continue to survive. Nice to have a report without any politics.
