Sudbury's Anti-War Mobilization on Jan. 18
was well attended by more than 250 people. The message was
clear. No to war! No to racism! No war on Iraq, even if it is
sanctioned by the UN Security Council. The mobilization
consisted of an indoor rally, a march through the streets of
downtown Sudbury, and a discussion forum. The march included
stops at the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, MP Diane
Marleau's office, and the federal building on Cedar Street
where speakers expressed their views on the proposed war.
The group consisted of NDP members and
leaders, union leaders, church leaders, student activists,
seniors, students, university professors and children.
Drummers, radical cheerleaders and the chanting of anti- war
slogans kept the crowd warm and enthused. This was followed by
a forum where all were free to speak and express their views.
Topics included the plan of attack for further mobilizations
and the root causes of these conflicts. The discussion was
fruitful with a diverse range of opinions raised.
On Feb. 15 at Tom Davies Square there will be
another pro-peace anti-war demonstration starting at 1
pm.
Richard L Paquette
Azilda