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8 Poets From Third World Communications 8 Poets From Third World Communications
Date: 4/1/1972Call Number: RP 014 R1Format: Reel 1Producers: Raul Torres, Emiliano EcheverriaCollection: Reflecciones de la Raza by Comunicacion Aztlan
Eight Poets From Third World Communications lift their voices in poetry expressing the collective rage in their respective communities.
8 Poets From Third World Communications 8 Poets From Third World Communications
Date: 4/1/1972Call Number: RP 014 R2Format: Reel 2Producers: Raul Torres, Emiliano EcheverriaCollection: Reflecciones de la Raza by Comunicacion Aztlan
Eight Poets From Third World Communications lift their voices in poetry expressing the collective rage in their respective communities.
Poetry Reading at Dolores Park Poetry Reading at Dolores Park
Date: 8/19/1972Call Number: RP 031 R1Format: Reel 1Producers: Raul Torres, Emiliano EcheverriaCollection: Reflecciones de la Raza by Comunicacion Aztlan
Poets from Third World Communications read at Dolores Park
Poetry Reading at Dolores Park Poetry Reading at Dolores Park
Date: 8/19/1972Call Number: RP 031 R2Format: Reel 2Producers: Raul Torres, Emiliano EcheverriaCollection: Reflecciones de la Raza by Comunicacion Aztlan
Poets from Third World Communications read at Dolores Park
Poetry Reading at Dolores Park Poetry Reading at Dolores Park
Date: 8/19/1972Call Number: RP 031 R3Format: Reel 3Producers: Raul Torres, Emiliano EcheverriaCollection: Reflecciones de la Raza by Comunicacion Aztlan
Poets from Third World Communications read at Dolores Park
Interview with Congolese National Liberation Front representative Interview with Congolese National Liberation Front representative
Date: 5/4/1985Call Number: AFR 072Format: Cass A & BCollection: Zaire-DRC
Interview with a representative of FLNC (Congolese National Liberation Front). He speaks on conditions in Congo, and revolutionary organizations, as well as the threat of outside influences on the organizations. Speaks about the role of the proletariat, and how they are exploited in third world countries but are key to the FLNC. The struggle continues, he says, and it is an international problem, which requires an international solution and cooperation between countries. Speaks about fighting against Sese Seko Mobutu in Congo, and lastly speaks about supporting Angola, SWAPO (Southwest African People’s Organization), Namibia, and South Africa - “their struggle is our struggle”. On Side B, the interviewer speaks about the FLNC, and understanding the United States government’s influence on Mobutu and in Congo.
Noam Chomsky Trilogy Bringing the 3rd World Home and Manufacturing Consent Tape 1 of 2 Noam Chomsky Trilogy Bringing the 3rd World Home and Manufacturing Consent Tape 1 of 2
Call Number: KP 137Format: Cass A & BProducers: WBAICollection: North American Anti-Imperialists
Noam Chomsky discusses the parties involved in determining the development, or lack thereof, of the 3rd world. He notes the contrast between the staunch protectionism that allowed for western development and the free market plan being forced on the 3rd world that intentionally stunts its development. Social and economic policies that are designed to oppress poor countries are used across 1st world countries as well, only on specific sects of the population, namely the workers. He discusses the idea that nations are not entities, as 3rd world characteristics can be observed in 1st world cities and nations (e.g. disparity between rich and poor), and 1st world wealth can be enjoyed by a small percentage of the 3rd world population. His discussion focuses on the policies that aim to bring 3rd world conditions to the US and the methods by which they are implemented.
International Women's Symposium in Washington, D.C. (1986) International Women's Symposium in Washington, D.C. (1986)
Date: 9/17/1986Call Number: KP 526Format: Cass A & BCollection: General materials
Speeches from women speakers at Washington, D.C. International Women's Symposium on political/womens' issues in South Korea, the Philippines, South Africa, and the Middle East (Palestine). Topics include: national determination in each of these regions; effect of militarization on women in Asia/Pacific; sexual violence and exploitation; more
The Harvest of Egyptian Diplomacy in 1990 The Harvest of Egyptian Diplomacy in 1990
Author: Dr. Boutos GhaliPublisher: Arab Republic of Egypt Ministry of Information State Information ServiceDate: 1/1991Volume Number: JanuaryFormat: MonographCollection: Revolutionary Movements and History
A monograph discussing Egyptian diplomacy during 1990.
Voices of Women: Poetry by and about Third World Women Voices of Women: Poetry by and about Third World Women
Publisher: WIRE CollectiveFormat: CompilationCollection: Feminist and Lesbian Politics: Monographs-Periodicals-Articles
Part One: Private Whispers; Part Two: Public Shouts; Part Three: Listen to the Voices of Our Growing Discontent; Part Four: Sister, Unknown Sister, Your Voice Reaches Us