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Herman Bell interview (2 of 3)
Interview tape 2 of 3 of Herman Bell. Continues talking about Nuh and ho w he received his name and went from Albert to Nuh Washington. Asked about changing his name - both Jalil and Nuh changed their names and became Muslim, Herman did neither. Talks about the importance of freeing political prisoners - they are/were the leaders of the streets. Frustrated at how many young people (particularly men) in poor communities of color are turning against each other, assaulted by an intentional infestation of drugs, and have no guidance/traditions which could be passed on if the political prisoners were freed. Asked about his mentors - growing up he talks a lot about Malcolm X, mentions Patrice Lumumba and the case of the Congo. As early as 14, Bell was politicized by Malcolm. Discusses his resentment towards Ebony magazine for being so conservative and portraying a black petty bourgeoisie lifestyle. Discusses his home life and that his parents bought into the apple pie American dream myth, didn’t approve of Herman or his sister in the Black Panther Party. Discusses militarization of police throughout history, profiling, brutality, and surveillance. Reagan starting SWAT teams in California. Says that things are much worse for young black males today, demonized by the mainstream, the disparity of drug laws and heightened policing. Briefly discusses first trip to Watts after the rebellion - looked like a “war zone”. Watts and Huey talking about arming himself - two politicizing moments in his life.
Herman Bell interview (all 3 tapes)
Compilation of Videos 74-76 (see those descriptions)
Women in Prison
Intervew of Women in Prison, Dublin, CA 1995. Political prisoners Dylcia Pagan, Linda Evans, Ida Robinson, and Marilyn Buck are asked to speak about themselves and why they are in prison.
The women also discuss the GATT (General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs), NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement), the lack of wages and benefits for the poor and oppressed, and the wrongs of the IMF (International Monetary Fund). Ida Robinson speaks about families of ethnic minorities, and Marilyn Buck speaks about how political prisoners aren’t violent, they are just casualties during the conflict. The women discuss the state of the poor white woman, how is marginalized because no one is fighting for her and she has no representation.
Zimbabwe Minister Teurai Ropa Nongo on Zimbabwean women and land.
A representative of the AAI (African American Institute) interviews Zimbabwe Minister Teurai Ropa Nongo. She speaks about women in Zimbabwe, and about women from developing rural towns and urban areas. Shye says that the people love their land, and it is a large part of society, culture, and is central to the family structure and well-being. Interview cuts off at 8:40.
Poetry of Chavella Gallegos
Call Number: CD 310Format: CDProducers: Comunicacion AztlanProgram: Reflecciones de la RazaCollection: Compact discs and videos representing digitized copies of analog tapes
Chavela Gallegos, Oakland mother reads 6 of her poems. recording date probably around 1972. Poems included are “La tierra”, “Mis hijos”, “Madre de Atzlan”, “At the Foot of Mt. Lobrado”, & “Juan es inocente.” Also included on the CD is the first half of CAA 019 which includes poetry from KBBF. The poems are written and read by or for Chicanas. Poems include “Chicanas” by Henry Dominguez, “Response to ‘Chicanas by Henry Dominguez’” by an unknown author but read by Marta Bustamante. Also read by Marta Bustamante are “Revolucion”, “Aztec Sun God”, and “In Memory of all the Chicanos who have battled through our land.” “Carta a mis hijos” by Alejandra Delgadillo is the final poem on this CD.
COPY of:
CAA - 004 and the 1st half of CAA 019
Latino Alcohol Policy and Advocacy Action in California: Keynote Presentation by Jerry Tello
Jerry Tello uses storytelling and humor to talk about issues such as alcohol and drugs in the Latino community.
Chain Gangs & Bahia Black- Ritual Beating System
Call Number: PM 342AFormat: Cass AProducers: Prison Activist Resource CenterProgram: On the OutsideCollection: Political Prisoner Periodicals
Conditions of contemporary chain gangs in Alabama and the Southern Poverty Law Center's lawsuit against the state of Alabama for using chain gangs - cruel and unusual punishment. Prisoner describes how they have no access to law libraries, limited mail and hygiene.
Women in Prison
Call Number: CD 719Format: CDCollection: Compact discs and videos representing digitized copies of analog tapes
Intervew of Women in Prison, Dublin, CA 1995. Political prisoners Dylcia Pagan, Linda Evans, Ida Robinson, and Marilyn Buck are asked to speak about themselves and why they are in prison.
The women also discuss the GATT (General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs), NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement), the lack of wages and benefits for the poor and oppressed, and the wrongs of the IMF (International Monetary Fund). Ida Robinson speaks about families of ethnic minorities, and Marilyn Buck speaks about how political prisoners aren’t violent, they are just casualties during the conflict. The women discuss the state of the poor white woman, how is marginalized because no one is fighting for her and she has no representation.
Las Nicas/Home Life
Date: 1/1/1984Call Number: V 432Format: VHSProducers: Julia LesageCollection: Videos in many formats – both camera originals as well as reference materials
Two short films focusing on women's lives and politics in Nicaragua.
La Nicas is a narrative accompanied with images of Nicaragua during the revolution. Carole Isaacs and Julia Lesage interviewed women in the Managua area. Discussions range from labor, involvement in the FSLN, sexual politics, children, family, social participation, and self-defense.
Home Life features interviews with US based minister Randall Mullins and Sylvia Diaz's family. Mullins stayed with Diaz in Nicaragua. Lesage and Chuck Kleinhams film the interview and provide a translation. Describes family life of Sylvia Diaz since the revolution.
Day of the Dead
Call Number: CV 272AFormat: Cass AProducers: Juila HuttonProgram: Crossing Over: Death & Dying in AmericaCollection: Chuy Varela Collection
Explains the roots and significance of Dia de los Muertos - a fusion of Spanish Catholicism and Native American traditions - which honors deceased ancestors. Making altars and gathering families together is seen as a powerful way to reconnect with loved ones and as a consoling way to approach death.
