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Torture brings dire consequences
Dozens of peace activists, young and old, and from different backgrounds, gathered Saturday to discuss the effects of torture in Iraq, a prominent issue that is not typically reported on local news stations.
Kinzie to host lecture on torture effects
In light of the upcoming presidential elections and recent developments in U.S. interrogations during the war in Iraq, the Peace with Justice Center of the Pomona Valley is offering a presentation that will promote awareness and understanding on a current issue that is often over-looked.
Indian issues highlighted
Education, medicine, social issues, human rights and rights for self-determination regarding American Indians held the focus for a panel discussion by the Peace with Justice Center of the Pomona Valley on Nov. 18 at the Scrooby Lounge in Claremont.
‘Never’ happened much to soon
The Coalition for Diversity held a social justice symposium, “‘Never Again’: The Forgotten Lessons of the Japanese American Internment During World War II, Arab American Treatment Post 9/11,” on Oct. 13 in La Fetra Hall.
Muslims celebrate Ramadan
The beginning of October floods minds with images of multi-colored fall leaves, Halloween décor and festivities, and students pouring over open books as midterms approach. However, for those of the Islamic faith, this particular month holds a deeper meaning.
Film articulates president’s lies
About a dozen Claremont community members, peace activists and teachers joined the Peace with Justice Center of the Pomona Valley to mark the anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.