Independent Collections
These collections were produced by independent journalists. Many of these recordings make up the bulk of the original collection of the Freedom Archives.
Subcollections
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Colin Edwards Collection
Materials representing the life-work and journalism of a Welsh radio correspondent and journalist who worked for Pacifica stations, the BBC and many other broadcasters. -
Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
This collection is produced by journalist Colin Edwards and represent a comprehensive account of the Free Speech Movement and its effect on the political climate of UC Berkeley. -
Programs produced by Kiilu Nyasha
Kiilu Nyasha is a revolutionary journalist and former member of the Black Panther Party. Kiilu still hosts Freedom Is A Constant Struggle, which now appears as a TV program. -
“Nothing is More Precious Than…” a news magazine including music and poetry
KPFA weekly news program running from 1973-1976 featuring in-depth coverage of liberation struggles around the world. -
“The Real Dragon” a news magazine including music and poetry
Real Dragon was a radio program broadcast on KPFA from 1971-1973. This news show focused on issues of national liberation, political prisoners, Vietnam and other major national and international topics.
Documents
A Chronology of the Events Occuring in the Lower Lobby, Between the Entrances to the Bear's Lair and the ASUC Bookstore, During the Afternoon of Wednesday, December 30, 1966
Basic chronology of events; list of strike's demands
Cops on Campus STRIKE!
Format: FlyerCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Announces student strike in response to nine students being arrested by the Alameda County Poice. Flyer also articulates the demands of the planned strike.
AFT letter of support
Publisher: American Federation of TeachersFormat: CorrespondenceCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Letter by AFT expressing support/solidarity with FSM
AFT News
Publisher: California Federation of TeachersDate: 12/2/1966Volume Number: 2-DecFormat: Press ReleaseCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
AFT President's statement on the student strike and fallout.
MORE STRIKE
Format: FlyerCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
List of strike-related events and activities
Statement of Chancellor Roger W. Heyns
Publisher: University of California-BerkeleyDate: 12/2/1966Volume Number: 2-DecFormat: StatementCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Chancellor Heyns' statement on the student strike where he expresses his disapproval of strike and their tactics.
Strike Committee, U. C. Berkeley
Publisher: Strike Committee, U. C. BerkeleyDate: 12/6/1966Volume Number: 6-DecFormat: StatementCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Strike Committee update on strike and the passage of a resolution and amendments.
Statement of Executive Vice Chancellor Earl F. Cheit
Publisher: University of California-BerkeleyDate: 11/30/1966Volume Number: 30-NovFormat: StatementCollection: Colin Edwards Free Speech Movement
Vice Chancellor Cheit's statement on protest of Naval recruitment table; expresses disapproval of protesters.
Statement By Faculty Witnesses With Respect to November 30, 1966
Three professors detail their recollection of Naval recruitment table incident. This report contradicts the official UC report on the incident.
Statement By the Six U. C. Defendants
Press conference for six defendents explaining why they're breaking a gag rule and articulating their motivations for political protest.