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.
I have been following James Rodriguez since I discovered him and although he does not report daily, his reports and photo essays are worth checking into whenever you can.
The one which grabbed my attention lately is about the indigenous people of Guatemala. I had absolutely no idea what was /is going on and I am ashamed that a Canadian mining company is involved. How can one company do this to people? Whey should they? What gives them the right?
Please read the whole story from James’ site and be informed. If there is anything one can do is to be informed about what is happening in countries other than our own. It is our duty.
Once you click to his site – scroll to the bottom and you will have reports and pictures from 2004. Please read and be aware. Thank you James.
John Pilger is an Australian journalist, author and documentary filmmaker. I know very little about this man but came across this piece on Dissident Voice.
It is a very powerful speech and should be listened too. You can read or listen ……..
Read John’s delivery here on Dissident Voice or watch below:
The plight continues in Honduras. The media is basically being controlled by the military. The elite are in my humble opinion, showing their true face and it is not pretty. Below is a small report of the demonstration this week.
From the Democratic Underground, it is reported Zelaya’s daughter Pichu sang this song on Globo which has a wide audience. Nos tienen miedo sung by Liiana Felipe is below. The pictures with the song, I presume are from Honduras. The song of Resistance. Thanks to Jacarandayo on you tube.
You may have noticed my interest in Latin America. And so should you.
Latin America poses quite the question for the USA and the rest of the “western” world. There is a lot to discus and study and where does one begin? Perhaps with the news. As much as I dislike the news (the media), there is little to go on. One must search, delve into realms that one may not normally go. But if you want to know, you have to research. So I search and I search and I search. It is as though that the most of “western” civilazation really does not care what goes beyond their backyard. Well that is definitely what the media thinks. But there are people out there reporting what they see, you just have to find them.
Luckily, BBC just reported ( well a couple of days ago now) about the step that the President of Bolivia, Evo Morales made in his country. He is an indian from Bolivia, elected by his people who is determined to fight for rights for his people. It appears that he is not liked by the elite ……… OMG, that is not a surprise, but is determined to give rights to the indigenous people of Bolivia.
I do not know of his history or for that matter the history of Bolivia, but I intend to find out. The full story is in the link below. Please read it and be informed.
Che Guevara was many thing to many people and his image and what he did will be remembered for ever. Hasta Siempre, the video below from Nathalie Cardone is amazing and quite a tribute to Che – in my humble opinion. Most people do not know or understand what Che stood for. I believe that because of him, although not alone, Latin America emerged and now has a dominant voice. No one should ignore them, especially the US.
