#PeoplesHistory | Today, we honor Brazilian legend Sócrates Brasileiro, the radical doctor footballer who leveraged his fame to fight oppression.
On the field, Sócrates was one of Brazil's all-time greats. Off it, he fearlessly stood up to Brazil's brutal US-backed military dictatorship. At great personal risk, he used his platform to advocate for democracy, workers' rights and social justice for the poor.
Sócrates showed how sports and politics are inextricably linked. His courage made him an icon of the resistance. Though gone, his defiant legacy lives on.
#Sócrates #Brazil
On the field, Sócrates was one of Brazil's all-time greats. Off it, he fearlessly stood up to Brazil's brutal US-backed military dictatorship. At great personal risk, he used his platform to advocate for democracy, workers' rights and social justice for the poor.
Sócrates showed how sports and politics are inextricably linked. His courage made him an icon of the resistance. Though gone, his defiant legacy lives on.
#Sócrates #Brazil
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The Water Transport Workers Federation of India, which represents 3,500 workers in 11 major ports across the country, has declared its refusal to load or unload any “weaponized cargoes” intended for use in Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/19/indian-port-workers-refuse-to-handle-military-cargo-bound-for-israel/
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/19/indian-port-workers-refuse-to-handle-military-cargo-bound-for-israel/
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Indian port workers refuse to handle military cargo bound for Israel
The Water Transport Workers Federation of India, which represents 3,500 workers in 11 ports, announced their refusal to aid Israel’s genocide and called for an immediate ceasefire.
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Palestinian women and girls in Israeli detention have reportedly been subject to sexual violence by Israeli soldiers, according to a statement from a group of United Nations experts.
“We are particularly distressed by reports that Palestinian women and girls in detention have also been subjected to multiple forms of sexual assault, such as being stripped naked and searched by male Israeli army officers. At least two female Palestinian detainees were reportedly raped while others were reportedly threatened with rape and sexual violence,” the experts said in a February 19 press release.
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/19/palestinian-women-and-girls-are-being-subjected-to-sexual-violence-by-israeli-soldiers-says-un/
“We are particularly distressed by reports that Palestinian women and girls in detention have also been subjected to multiple forms of sexual assault, such as being stripped naked and searched by male Israeli army officers. At least two female Palestinian detainees were reportedly raped while others were reportedly threatened with rape and sexual violence,” the experts said in a February 19 press release.
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/19/palestinian-women-and-girls-are-being-subjected-to-sexual-violence-by-israeli-soldiers-says-un/
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Palestinian women and girls are being subjected to sexual violence by Israeli soldiers, says UN
Multiple UN experts highlight reports that Palestinian women and girls in detention have suffered sexual assault by Israeli soldiers
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Israel's brutal bombardment of Gaza has now killed over 29,000 Palestinians. Hundreds more remain injured, with children especially vulnerable.
Additionally, occupying forces persist in violent military raids in the West Bank, killing, arresting and harassing Palestinians with impunity. #FreePalestine
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/20/more-than-29000-palestinians-killed-in-136-days-of-israels-war-on-gaza/
Additionally, occupying forces persist in violent military raids in the West Bank, killing, arresting and harassing Palestinians with impunity. #FreePalestine
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/20/more-than-29000-palestinians-killed-in-136-days-of-israels-war-on-gaza/
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More than 29,000 Palestinians killed in 136 days of Israel’s war on Gaza
The number of injured increased to more than 69,000 as Israeli air raids and ground assaults continue across the Gaza Strip
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Julian Assange's legal team is presenting its final appeal in British courts against the extradition of the Wikileaks founder.
If extradited, #Assange would face a 175-year sentence under the Espionage Act; it would be the first time a journalist is prosecuted under it.
If extradited, #Assange would face a 175-year sentence under the Espionage Act; it would be the first time a journalist is prosecuted under it.
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Julian Assange's fate hangs in the balance. His legal team is making a final appeal to UK courts against his extradition to the US, where he could face 175 years in prison.
Prosecuting Assange under the Espionage Act would set a dangerous precedent - no journalist has ever been convicted under this law. His extradition risks criminalizing journalism that exposes government secrets in the public interest.
Advocates across the globe continue to urge UK authorities to block his extradition and for the US DOJ to drop the politically motivated charges. Assange helped uncover war crimes and corruption through WikiLeaks publications. He should be thanked, not imprisoned.
Stand up for press freedom. Call on the UK to #FreeAssangeNOW.
Prosecuting Assange under the Espionage Act would set a dangerous precedent - no journalist has ever been convicted under this law. His extradition risks criminalizing journalism that exposes government secrets in the public interest.
Advocates across the globe continue to urge UK authorities to block his extradition and for the US DOJ to drop the politically motivated charges. Assange helped uncover war crimes and corruption through WikiLeaks publications. He should be thanked, not imprisoned.
Stand up for press freedom. Call on the UK to #FreeAssangeNOW.
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#PeoplesHistory | Today, we honor the legendary fighter for liberation, Frederick Douglass. After escaping slavery, Douglass became a leading voice for abolition and civil rights.
His brilliant oratory and writings spoke truth to power, advancing Black liberation, women's equality and more. He was a tireless freedom fighter whose words continue to inspire generations.✊🏿
#FrederickDouglass #BlackHistoryMonth #Abolitionist
His brilliant oratory and writings spoke truth to power, advancing Black liberation, women's equality and more. He was a tireless freedom fighter whose words continue to inspire generations.✊🏿
#FrederickDouglass #BlackHistoryMonth #Abolitionist
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On the first day of Assange’s crucial hearing, his defense argues this is a politically motivated act by the US, violating the UK/US extradition treaty. Stay tuned as we continue covering this critical case for press freedom. #FreeAssangeNOW
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/21/assanges-last-stand/
https://peoplesdispatch.org/2024/02/21/assanges-last-stand/
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Assange’s last stand : Peoples Dispatch
On the first day of Assange’s crucial hearing his defense highlighted the political nature of the US extradition attempt, which is a violation of the UK/US extradition treaty
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Irish MEP Mick Wallace talked about the bravery of #JulianAssange and the hypocrisy of Europe when defending press freedom and human rights.
#FreeAssangeNOW!
#FreeAssangeNOW!
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Today, on the anniversary of the publication of the Communist Manifesto, we celebrate #RedBooksDay!
Pay your homage to Marx and Engles, read a red book!
Pay your homage to Marx and Engles, read a red book!
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