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"Apartheid is a crime against
humanity." United Nations
Capital District
Coalition Against E> who We Are
Apartheid an Racism The Capital District Coalition Against
Apartheid and Racism (CD-CAAR) isa -
roots organization made up of le from
labor, student, religious, civil rights and
community groups. We work to bring justice
to Southern Africa and the United States by
being part of the struggle against
* apartheid in South Africa
* the chaos and destruction created
by the apartheid regime
throughout Southern Africa
* racism in the United States
and by
*” opposing U.S. policies which
perpetuate and strenghten
domenstic and international
racism
Brief Hist
Apartheid came to Albany, New York in
1981 when the South African apartheid rugby
team, the Springboks, played at Bleeker
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is an injury to all District community groups and hundreds of
concerned individuals came together to
oppose the appearance of this team in
Albany.
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HOW?
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of each month at the Albany Public
N.Y. from 7 to 9 p.m. Become a member 0
$5.00 (more is better!). Your dues will entitle you to receive t
held on the fourth Thursday
(518)434-4037 for information.
Avenue, Albany,
only
Volunteer your skills.
Send check to:
"our country will never be
til all
Box 3002 Pine Hills Station prosperous or free un
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— brotherhood, enjoying equal
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After the Springboks
the Struggle Continues
CD-CAAR...
*organized boycotts of South African
.products being sold in the Capital District.
*provided leadership in the New York
State divestment campaign.
*participated in the Free South Africa
civil disobedience campaign.
*worked with SWAPO for Namibian
independence.
*campaigned for Nelson Mandela's
release.
*holds public forums addressing the
problems facing the people of South Africa in
their struggle for a non-racial, democratic,
one person, one vote country.
*actively supports the resolutions of the
United Nations which call for the total
isolation of South Africa from the world
community in sports, culture, economics and
trade.
(CD-CAAR obtained statements from the
Temptations and from Chick Corea that they
would never return to entertain in apartheid
South Africa. We have staged actions against
South African tennis players who participate
in the annual OTB tours.)
*participates in conferences and hearings
held by the United Nations.
We stand in solidarity
with the African
National Congress and
the people of South
Africa as they enter
the final stages of
the liberation struggle.
We support the governments of
Namibia, Mozambique and Angola in
their continuing struggle against
South African destabilization of the
Rane UTA CONTINUA
CD-CAAR...
*publishes a monthly newsletter which
contains articles about Southern Africa,
domestic racism and other related issues not
covered in the mainstream press.
*works with the American Committee on
Africa's "Vote Sanctions” campaign.
*organizes petitioning, letter writing and
lobbying campaigns directed to the U.S.
Congress and the New York State
Legislature.
We continue to campaign for U.S.
sanctions against South Africa as
long as they are needed.
"If there is no struggle, there
is no progress."
Douglass
Frederick
CD-CAAR also...
*collected damages from a major lawsuit
brought against federal, state and local
officials arising from police harassment.
*at the time of the death of Jesse Davis,
campaigned for a community police relations
board. We actively participated on a
compromise community police relations
board, but resigned when the board was not
given adequate power to investigate instances
of police abuse.
*produced a pamphlet, " Police Abuse:
What to Do,' distributed throughout the
community and available upon request.
*conducts forums on the issues of police
abuse and racist violence.
*organizes demonstrations against police
abuse, the Klan and other forms of racist
activity.
We continue the call for an
independent civilian review board of
the Albany police.
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Vera Michelson, Chair: Merton
Simpson, Co-Chair; Eileen Kawola,
Newsletter Editor; Roli Varma, Treasurer;
Anita Thayer; Mark Mishier,; Pat Trowers-
Johnson; James Bouldin; Mabel Leon;
Mike Riddick; Deborah Maxwell.
Our Affiliations
CD-CAAR is a member of the Social Justice
Center of Albany, the Center for Law and
Justice, Inc. and the Reinhold Niebuhr
Lecture Series at Siena College. We are a
member of the Northeast Southern Africa
Solidarity Network and of the National
Alliance Against Racist and Political
Repression.
“During my lifetime, I have
dedicated myself to this
struggle of the African
people. I have fought against
white domination, and I have
fought against black
domination. I have cherished
the ideal of a democratic and
free society in which all
persons live together in
harmony and with equal
opportunities. It is an ideal
which I hope to live for and
to achieve. But if needs be,
it is an ideal for which I am
prepared to die."
Nelson Mandela, Rivonia Trial Speech
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THE CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM with
THE STUDENT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
Present
CONCERT
> Years after the Springbok Rugby Tour!
Sth Anniversary of the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid & Racism!
> Years of Solidarity with the Southern African Liberation Movement!
Sunday,
September
Page Hall
(SUNY Downtown
Campus)
7:O0p.m.
(doors open at
6:00p.m.)
SECHABA wee Musical group of the
African National Congress (ANC), composed
of South African exiles,
TICKETS:
Students with 1.D.:
$3.50
General Public:
$4.50
($6.00 at door)
TICKET OUTLETS:
Social Action Center
221 Central Ave., Albany
Music Shack
61 Central Ave., Albany
Boulevard Bookstore
12 Northern Bivd., Albany
Harder’s Beauty &
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JAZZ
with Azzaam Hameed and
Carnivalle
Barber Supply
66 Grand St., Albany
&
780 Albany St.
Schenectady
DAMU SMITH —
Director of the Washington Office
on Africa, Founder of the Free
South Africa Movement
Proceeds to the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism and the Atrican National ( ongress. Labor Donated
THE CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
with THE STUDENT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
PRESENT
viceRy
CERAIN
ONCERT
Page Hall
Albany, NLY.
Sunday,
September
1986
Proceeds to the Capital District Coalition Against. Apartheid ard Racism
Sth Anniversary of the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid & Racism!
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> Years after the Springbok Rugby Tour!
NCOR 6 CRRIAUY
OPENING NUMBER. _-. “winnie Mandela" by Rupert Blaize
(1986), Calypso led by Pat Trowers,
Ethel David and Tlaks Seepe
GREETINGS Cad ween eee eees Introduction of the program by
Vera Michelson and Ethel David
DAMU SMITH T.T ToT TTT Dirctor of the Washington Office on
Africa with main address - "The
WE United States and South Africa"
FiSi ZWANA. ooseeeeeA presentation of African Inter-
pretative dance
CoRR E Re Re eS A presentation of original African
poetry
BA. TLLLLCer ere Introduction by Pat Trowers - the
ANC cultural group, made up of
south African exiles, who will pre-
sent freedom songs and music
Everyone is invited to a reception at Van's Night Cap, 177
Northern Blvd, Albany - immediately following the show.
A special dedication to Et
| thel Bro
Loved by many, remembered by i.
iz Nations' and United States' embargoes
| -"Qne Year Later" anniversary program held at Mt.
Capital District Coalition
Against Apartheid
and Racism
Pee: In the fall of 1981, the South African Springbok rugby
S” team came to Albany. Prior to their arrival, a coalition
3 of many groups and individuals came together to protest
their appearance in what was a violation of the international cultural/
sports boycott called by the United Nations against apartheid South
Africa. The Coalition contimues and has been active fo the work against
racism and apartheid since that time.
A CHRONOLOGY OF MAJOR COALITION EVENTS - 1981 TO THE PRESENT
“September 22 - Major demonstration against the Springbok rugby
team in Albany
“Vera Michelson arrested along with out of town anti- partheid
and Aaron Estes
activists John Spearman, Mike Young
“Gil Scott Heron gives benefit concerts in Albany to raise
money for defense funds
«December 21 - Charges dropped against Michelson and Estes
‘County court jury acquitted John Spearman and John Young of
felony weapons charge
-Protest at Watervliet Arsenal where weapons were being manu-
factured for sale to South Africa in violation of United
1982
‘Coalition participated in anti-klan demonstrations in Southern
Vermont
-Anti-klan program held in Albany featuring Renee DuBois
‘First cultural boycott demonstration - against Chick Corea at
Troy Music Hall
-Fundraiser at Gibbey's
Calvary
Baptist Church
; “Coalition organized buses to participate in anti-klan demon-
: stration in Washington, D.C.
: ‘Lawsuit filed on behalf of the Coalition, Michelson and Estes
against the Albany City Police and the F,B.1. challenging
the raid and arrests
Picket line at Caldors protesting the sale of South African
by
Fundraiser - showing of movie "The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith"
‘Numerous cultural boycott demonstrations including a major walk-
out at the Saratoga Kool Jazz Festival against Ray. Charles
“Co-sponsored New Paltz Conference on New York State divestment
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‘Testimony given at United Nations to the Special Political
Committee of the General Assembly ‘
‘Co-sponsored with the NAACP a conference - "Racism: A Nation-
al Policy
-Fundraiser at Otis'
‘Coalition lawyers defeat motion to dismiss lawsuit
«Jesse Davis murdered - Coalition joined protest and joined in
demands for an Albany Police Review Board
-David Ndaba of the African National Congress in Albany speak-
ing at a public forum at Wilborn Temple ;
“Numerous cultural boycott events. Statement obtained by the
Coalition and Unity in Action from the Temptations vowing
that tear will not return to South Africa until apartheid
is ende
‘Testimony given to the Banking Canmmittee of the New York State
Assembly on the need for divestment
‘Testimony given at the United Nations to the Special Political
Committe of the General Assembly
‘Artis Lee of the Friends in Albany speaking at Mt. Pleasant
Baptist Church
‘Coaliton participated in a conference on nuclear amns entitled
"Reducing the Risk" sponsored by the Capital District Peace
Power Network
‘Murphy Morobe, leading spokesperson of the United Democratic
Front, in Albany to speak - at a clergy breakfast, labor re-
ception and an open forum at Wilborn Temple
‘SUNY students force SUNY divestment
‘Picket line against Ray Charles at the Palace Theater in Albany
‘Major walkback against Chick Corea at the Kool Jazz Festival in
Saratoga. Statement by Corea that he will not return to South
Africa until there is an end to apartheid obtained by the
Coalition
*Film on Malcolm X co-sponsored with the Malcolm X Study Network
‘Neo Mnumzana, chief representative of the ANC Observor Mission
to the United Nations, and Hinyangerwa Asheekee of SWAPO to
Albany to speak at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
‘Free South Africa demonstration in Albany - 10 cammunity leaders
arrested at the protest which was co-sponsored by the NAACP
‘January conference in Albany to establish a network of anti-
ar rtheid forces to work in the N. Y. State divestment campaign
Picket line against New Regan, state troller, opposed to
divestment, in front of the Alfred E. Smith building
‘State-wide lobby day for divestment and demonstration in front of
the Legislative Office Building in Albany — es :
‘Overnight shantytown set up on Capitol grounds to demand N.Y.
state divestment
‘Student Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism established at SUNYA
al
fe
“Movie on Nelson and Winnie Mandela co-sponsored with Unity in
Action at the Metropolitan New Testament Baptist Church
-Sharpeville commemoration entitled "From Sharpeville, South
Africa to Albany, U.S.A. held at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
‘Comunity Police Relations Board established as a result of de-
mands made in the Jesse Davis case. Coalition holds seat on
this board
‘Coalition participated, and will continue to do so, in the
Niebuhr Institute at Siena College
‘Coalition sponored bus trip to Philadelphia Demonstration Against
Racism
‘Coalition sponsored buses to June 14 Anti-Apa rtheid March in New
York City
“Two different federal court judges ruled that Coalition lawyers
would not be given information about the identity and activities
of a secret police informant who provided the F.B.1. with infom-
ation during the 1981 anti-apartheid organizing. Federal rules
prevent an appeal of this ae prior to the trial
“Victory is Certain’ program to commemorate the fifth anniversary
of the Coalition
oo at
The Coalition, as a co-sponsor of the following events, urges your
attendance:
‘September 26 at Page Hall - Maishe Maponya, a South African poet,
will read from his works and hold a question and answer period.
This evening is being sponsored by the Writer's Institute of
SUNY
‘October ll - The Pledge of Resistance - organized demonstration
against U.S. goverrment policy in Nicaragua, South Africa and
Namibia. Make links, boycott South Africa not Nicaragua.
Protest policy positions of N.Y. Sen. D' Amato
This Fall also is the time when we will intensify our demands for
State divestment. Join with anti-apartheid activists from around
the state to demand that New York State divest all South African
and Namibian related investments and to convice the Legislature to
end all state da of goods or services fran any Company doing,
business in South Africa or Namibia
of Coalition...
"a speaker's bureau which is available to speak at churches, forums,
schools amd community events, and on t.v. and radio shows
‘a monthly newsletter ae
‘tabling at community events and affairs
i. ist month] mecti Ee BE ie
for more information, write: Box 3002, Pine Hills Station
Alban Y¥ 1220:
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The Steering Committee
Vera Michelson (Co-Chairperson)
Merton Simpson (Co-Chairperson)
Fred Kakumba
Eileen Kawola
Mark Mishler
Sipho Seepe
Anita Thayer
Roli Varma
Joe Walker (honorary member)
Japhet Zwana
Jacqui Ambrosini (student representative)
A Journal of Quotes from
ty Leaders
Serie oF 1386
compiled by Japhet M. Zwana
and Eileen C, Kawola
for the
Fifth Anniversary of the Springbok Rugb
Demonstratio mn Albany and the Formation
of the Capital District Coalition Against
artheid and Racism
he historic demonstration's significance is
that is opened many people's eyes about the con-
tinued struggle in South Africa. Indeed, vic-
tory is certain - I wish it would come sooner.”
Pat Trowers
The Member Groups
NAACP
Capital District Association of Black Social Workers
Capital District Labor Religion Coalition
“Student Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism, SUNYA
Student Association of the State University
Student Assocation of SUNY, Albany
National Lawyers Guild
Universal Being
Malcolm X Study Network
Blacks in Government
Albany County Central Federation of Labor
Mount Calvary Baptist Church
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Democratic Socialists of America
NYPIRG
Socialist Workers Party
Black Woman's Association
Central America Solidarity Alliance (CASA)
Urban League
A. Philip Randolph Institute
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"The South African regime received the clear
message that the American people were not pre-
pared to entertain the adventures of the so-
called cultural ambassadors whose real object-
ive was to be representatives of apartheid and
racism."
Anita Thayer
"The demonstration provided the opportunity for
individuals to take a firm stand on the issue
of apartheid in South Africa. It generated a
spirit of good feeling among those involved
towards the struggling masses in South Africa
and reinforced the desire for peace and good
will towards all humankind throughout the
world.”
Donna Perry
FREE SOUTH AFRICA ~- FREE NAMIBIA "The spre bok Esny. ORPOOALEAG AGS in the Capi-
st
tal District gave birth to one of the major
anti-apartheid centers in this country. The
work of this community has been recognized in-
’
Merton Simpson
VICTORY TO THE A.N.C. - VICTORY To SWAPO
ationally.*
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Africa
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"The event demonstrated that it was possible
to develop a viable and ongoing multi-national
political base in the city of Albany in opposi-
tion to the apartheid regime in South Africa
n the United States."
and its apologists here
Bill Ritchie
"The formation of the Capital District Coalition
Against Apartheid and Racism exerted pressure
upon the American government to take some ac-
tion, however limited and weak. The activities
of the Coalition brought awareness among the
South African people that Americans in the Cap-
ital District area sttod ready to strike a blow
against apartheid."
Margaret Kirwin
"The demonstration revealed the fact that the
people of the Capital District area were con-
cerned about international politics. They un-
derstood and reaffirmed the age old concept
that the struggle is the same in the United
States, in Albany, as in South Africa. The
demonstration helped to bring the South Afri-
can issue closer to the general public."
Odell Winfield
"The demonstration was the catalyst for the
timely formation of the Capital District Coal-
ition Against Apartheid and Racism and the
American South African People's Friendship
Association. Organizational activities includ-
ed informational and educational series through-
out the area. The divestment movement was given
tremendous impetus and inspiration during and
after the demonstration."
Henry Elonge
"The demonstration provided a forum from which
to send a message of displeasure with the South
African regime's ambassadors of oppression. It
was a dramatic articulation to call attention
of the world to the daily public atrocities com-
mitted by the South African perpetrators of
apartheid. The demonstration was not directed
is ¥
as such, rather it provided the opportunity to
address the concern. The activity acted as an
attention getter for the local and nation public
about the situation within Southern Africa. The
United States Congress and Administration felt
the pressure to address the issue raised by U.S.
and South Africa business connections.”
Nathanial Quattlebaum
"Few communities were aware of or cared about the
going ons within South Africa. The demonstra-
tion changed all that. It inspired involvement
among grassroots organizations. It spawned a
number of educational and information programs
in the area. It signified a victory for the
participants in that it mirrored Albany as the
resistance capital of the United States."
Rev. Robert Dixon
"The demonstration was worth the efforts and pre-
paration. It brought into sharp focus the horr-
ors of the system of apartheid to the average
person. It was an educational exercise for the
State of New York and the nation. It is likely
that the demonstration forestalled more plans
that were in place to further the cause of
apartheid in South Africa in the Capital Dis-
trict or elsewhere in the nation."
Frank G. Pogue
"The demonstration had a tremendous impact on
the people. It brought people of both races
The event
re against a common enemy.
and its magnitude was a first for Albany. The
city was put on the world map in a positive
light. Progressive forces prevailed over
official intransigence and the Capital District
area has never been the same since then."
Nebraska Brace
(over)
"The Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism has
succeeded to lubricate the conscience and con-
cern of local residents about the cause of the
liberation struggle in Southern Africa. It
has continued to supply first hand information | |
about significant development in South Africa |
otherwise not made readily available by mass
media and other carefully crafted policy pro-
nouncements. It has become a vehicle for act-
ive involvement and participation by ope Pog
with positive contributions to the welfare of :
humankind and peace."
Clarence Parker
"The demonstration forced city authorities to
make hard decisions. The event was a very im-
portant message of protest against an injustice
that was long overdue. It raised the level of
awareness about the variety of issues implicit |
in apartheid. The participants demonstrated a_ |
mature and high level of self respect, restraint:
and discipline in spite of rumors and expectat-
tions to the contrary. The magnitude and tone
of the event were a clear evidence of organiz-
ational genius."
Brian O'Shaughnessy
"The significance of the commemoration can be
summed up as follows:
_ Victory for the liberation forces in South
Africa and Namibia is inevitable. In spite of
this hope, the forces that will effect this re-
sult cannot relax at this point - pressure
needs to be maintained. The actions of the
U.S. Congress and the Administration on sanc-
tions do not go far enough. Dependence on
South Africa or Westerngoodwill and connivance
should be stopped. This event should provide
fuel for the next mile's race in the Capital
District.”
Japhet M. Zwana
We extend sincere thanks to the following patrons who
have generously contributed to "Victory is Certain."
BUSINESS PATRONS
Page Three of Albany
439 North Pearl Street
Albany, New York
Boulevard Bookstore
12 Northern Boulevard
Albany, New York
Proud Cleaners
Clinton Avenue
Albany, New York
The Cuttery
285 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, New York
Duraclean by Hester Reputable Exterminating Co.
390 Myrtle Avenue |
Albany, New York 36 Ist Street
Albany, New York
Garland Brothers
Funeral Directors
75 Clinton Avenue
Albany, New York
25 Harriet Street
Albany, New York
M. Hurt Supply Ltd. TANCO
/ Interstate Avenue
Albany, New York 129 Grand Street
Albany, New York
Legato International
68 Robin Street
Al bany » New Yo rk
Walter, Thayer and Long
Law Offices
One Columbia Place
The Omega Agency Albany, New York
799 Central Avenue
Albany, New York
ORGANIZATIONAL PATRONS
Solidarity Committee of the Capital District, AFL-CIO
Capital District Builders of Education Achievement
Mount Calvary Baptist Church of Albany
Guilderland Teacher Association
Quarterback Club of Albany
Albany Public School Teachers Association
Hamilton Hill Arts Center of Schenectady
and a special thanks to
The Albany Central Federation of Labor
United University Professionals
Owned and operated by Bruce Evans
Mark J. Simmons/Vulcan Arbor Hill Corp.
Owned and operated by Sanfort Tanksley
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INDIVIDUAL PATRONS
Yvonne Abunaw Michael Kozak
Nancy Aha/Peter Balint Rodney Littles and family
Joseph L. Allen Howard L. Malone
Iris Berger Ann Mattei/Frank Lownes
Karen Brammer Emily M. May
Nancy M. Burton Nancy McFadden/Chris Townsend
Christine Connell David J. Michelson
Leslie Wn. Davis Vera Michelson
Bonnie Diefendorf Lindalisa Norville
Suzanne M, Dollard/Michael J. Dollard Rev. Brian O'Shaughnessy
Jeannette Dworkin Gary Pavlik
Joan T. Ekengren Donna Perry
Jerry Fine Frank Pogue
Nancy Flowers Anne Pope
Or. Harry Hamilton Jose Rossy
Renee Hariton/Mark Mishier Said Shah
Frances Harrison Robert White
Barbara Henderer Anita Thayer/Bill Ritchie
David S. Holmes Georgia Urban
Patricia A. Hinds Bettye Zeringue
Al Morgan
Carl & There
Fileen Kawola
Hazel& Irvine
Landa a Swidorski
We appreciate the help that was given to us in organizing this program
by the Public Employees Federation (PEF) and the Albany Urban League.
We take this opportunity to recognize Georgia Urban, area jazz column-
ist, for her outstanding contribution to the anti-apartheid movement
and the struggle against racism.
Program Credits
James Mosely, stage Manager
Rill Ritchie, assistant stage manager
Allan Barker, sound technican
Lindalisa Norville, head usher
Eileen Kawola, program
Jabari Penda, flyer distribution
Mark Mishler, ticket chairman
and the
’ State University of Albany Performing Arts Center for technical assistance
- Labor Donated -
CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
A PROJECT OF THE SOCIAL JUSTICE CENTER
BOX 3002 - Pine Hills Station
Albany, New York 12203
Next monthly meeting:
Pebruary 15, 1983 - 7:30 pem. - Wednesday - Neighborhood Resource Center
340 First Street, Albany, N.Y.
SIL INTERESTED IN WORKING AGAinsT APARTHEID AND RACISM - we.comé !
NEW YORK STATE CONFERENCE ON APARTHEID DIVESTMENT GOOD NEWS
On Saturday, Feb.2Sth and Sunday, Feb. 26 The Political Action
the Coalition against Apartheid and Racism in Committee of the Civil
New Paltz, New York will hold a statewide Service E«aployees Assoc.
conference at the SUNY campus in New Paltz. has voted to endorse the
This important conference is designed to campaign to divest N.Y.
strengthen vampus -community-labor links in State pension funds from
_ the avers. of divestment and boycott strategies. any business doing busines:
S *
Transportation from Albany can be in South Africa
arranged. Call 482-3478 with your NO "Busi NESS AS Usua”
transportation plans or needs. Or call
434-4037, the Social Action Center, an to you WITH SOvTH AFRICA
someone from the Coal? On kb rat bs
TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR FEBRUARY MEETING
1. Elections for steering committee and chair, If you would like to
nominace anyone (Including Jourseil), please call Eileen Nawola
(438-0309). Nominations will also be taken the night % the meeting.
2. Report from two committees -
As & response to The conference on racism held by the Coalition
4n November, 1983 and follow-up discussions at Coalition meetings,
two committees have been formed to work against local institutional
racism.
One committee will deal with the question of what happens to a
person when arrested and information for the family of someone
arrested (bail, jail, court {nformation). An informational flyer
for the public is in the planntng stages.
The second committee will do research on gentrification, urban
renewal and affirmative action in Arbor Hill and offer support for
other local groups dealing with these problems.
3. eport from fund raising cormittee. Plans have been made to hold
8 etest ses at Otis’ on Mareh lth - food, music and a fashion showg
will be part of this fundraiser. It is very {mportant that all
Coalition members give this their full support - funds are needed tog
continue our work.
h. The divestment campaign is beginning to gear up in New York State.
epor rom cary raviic on New York State divestment hearings.
keport on Nortneast negional Anti-Apartheid Conference held at
Yale, New Haven, Conn.
Update on upcoming conference at New Paltz - attendance vital to
all involved in this work.
Report on testimony given by Vera Michelson before the
New York State Assembly Standing Committee on Banks.
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A spe The Roli Varma. f
e@ it possible for
the Coaliftiion to make available a /
copy of the Coalition conference
(Nov. 19th) to all who were in ,
attendance at the conference.
The Steering Committee of the Capital District Coalition Against
Apartheid & Racism is circulating this questionnaire to assess the resources
at our organization and help us to plan our program for 1984. We look for-
ward to responses from our active members, inactive members, friends, and
supporters. Your prompt return of this questionnaire will help us all
build a stronger movement against apartheid and all the forces of racism.
Name : : PROT
Why are you a supporter of the gpelitiest ee
ee ee eee
When did you first become involved with the Coalition?
prior to the September 22, 1981 S. African Rugby game?
During 1982?
During 1983?
How many regular monthly Coalition meetings have you attended in the past
year? (approximately)
Do you have any suggestions about any aspect of these meetings that could
be changed and thereby attract your at
tendance?
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Any other comments about Coalition activities:
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HOW CAN 1 HELP TO BULLD THE COALITION?
tI can telephone Coalition supporters
days
evenings
“weekends
I have access to 4 typewriter and can type Coalition correspondence,
press releases, etc.
I have no typewriter but I can type.
meneaememmauaietdl
_I can write thank you notes.
cemecnamannernrnranmnnte
I can contribute occasional refreshments for a fundraiser or special
event.
(over)
I love to do quantity cooking (and I know what I am doing).
en aneea eovanneetengtas,
I have the following entertainment and musical skills:
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I have a car and can assist in providing transportation for special
events.
I can organize and schedule others to sit at a literature table.
: will bring two(2) new people to a Coalition meeting or event during
cog |
I will sell tickets for the next Coalition fundraiser.
nee ceremonial
I am available to speak about the following:
I have the following equipment that the Coalition can use or make use of:
slide projector video player coffee urn (large)
movie projector public address system home computer
video recorder movie screen mimeo machine
card table/ folding
table
The Coalition should develop its program, expand its activities or focus
it's work in the following areas: (check any number)
international cultural boycott of entertainers who have gone to South
Africa ‘
NYS public pension divestment campaign
Government surveillance
General anti-apartheid educational program
Regional anti~apartheid campaign,
Material support for liberation movements in South Africa
Institutional Racism
Non-South Africa related international issues
velop a method for sovesty individual miscarriages of justice
Disseminate information on rights of criminal defendants
“Sponsor speakers from the different liberation groups
Other ~ please describe eee
nice electric typewriter
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Please mail this questionnaire to the Coalition at P.O. Box 3002, Albany,
NY 12203 or leave it at the Social Action Center, 221 Central Avenue, or
bring it to the next meeting on Februaryl5, at 340 First St. at 7:30 p.m,
onnltiis
CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
A PROJECT OF THE SOCIAL JUSTICE CENTER
What's the story behind Nomibig ? A shot history - Port sof 2
Namibia is a vast territory in the south-western part of the continent
of Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the west, by Angola on the north,
by Zambia on the northeast, by Botswana on the east and by South Africa on the
south. The population is aprroximately 1.5 million and in land area it measures
318,261 square miles,
Namibia nas a long histo of colonial occupation and oppression. Before
the First World War, the TePrttory of South West Africa, as a; was then called,
was occupied by Germany. ‘Secuth West Africa was Germany's only cclony regarded
as suitable of white immigration. German policy encouraged white settlement
in the lands previously owned by the African inhabitants. The takeover of the
resource rich lands in the south and center of the country met with fierce
resistance on the part of the African people and led to’rebellions from 190k.
to 1907. These rebellions were savagely crushed bv the Ge>man colonial army.
In 1920, following Germany's defeat in the First World War, South West
Africa became a League of Nations Mandate under South African administration.
Although the Mandate called for South Africa to promote to the utmost the
material ana noral well-peinge of the Tnhabitants of South west Alrica what
actually hanpened made the survival of the native African inhabitants even
more aTPPICULE. New Tarms were allocated to white settlers, Arricans were
forcibly? restricted to reservations, mostly in the poor agricultural land in
the north, the sandvelds of the Kalahari desert or to "urban Locations” near
centers of industry where they were permitted to stay only for purposes of
employment.
After tha establishment of the United Nations in 1945, the General Assembl
called on States administering »andated territories to place them under the
Trusteeship System set up by the United Nations Charter. South Africa refused
to give up itg Mandate of South West Africa. South Africa applied racist
apartheid and “homelands” policies to the Territory of South Gost ATTICS ahd
contandea that LE was not accountable to the United NatiTons.
in 495 e internationa ourt o ustice hande own a decision which
stated that South Africa continued to have international obligations under
the Laazue of: Nations Covenant and Mandate. The General Assembly was
to have supervision over South Africa's administration of South West Africa.
South ifrica refused to accept this opinion and opposed any form of United
Nations supervision over the territory's affairs. Por 15 years the General
Assembly sought to negotiate agreement with South Africa. South Africa
refused to cooperate or negotiate in good faith.
In 1966 the General Assembly of the United Nations declared that South
Africa had failed to fulfil its obligations to South West Africa and had, in
fact, worked against the moral and material well-being of the people. The
emo.y clare encefror ou 63s rica was under re) rect
responsibility of the Tnited Nations.
In 1967., the Seneral Assembly established an Llemember Council for South
West Africa to administer thet erritory until independence. In 1968, the
General Assembly proclaimed that, in accordance with the wished of the people,
- the territory would be known as Namibia. The Council was renamed the Council
for Namibia, Namibia became a "unique responsibility” of the "Inited Nations,
the only nen-self-governing territory for which the Jnited Nations assumed
responsibility.
In 1971; the International Court of Justice declared that "the continued
presence of'3outh Africa being illegal, South Africa is under obligation to
withdraw its administration from Namibia immediately." Instead, South Africa
continued ‘tts “banutstanization" of the territory following the pattern of
¢ “homelands. was concurrent establishing in South Africa under its
policy of apartheid, its systematic explettation of the labour and resource
: rel tors na its ruthless repression of the struggle of the peor
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Whats the story behind Namibia ? A shel history - Part 2 of 2
Today, Namibia's population, settlement patterns and economic develop-
ment reflect the decades of colonial exploitation and the later, more brutal
enforcement of the South African apartheid system. A recent study for the
United Nations Institute for Namibia places the population at about 1,250,000
comprised of at least 1,035,000 Africans, 115,000 Coloured (people of mixed
descent) and 100,000 whites of European descent. In addition, there are
approximately 70,000 personnel of South Africa's lllegally occupying armed
forces. The whites make up less than 10 percent of the population but occupy
the most productive 3 percent of Namibia's land for agriculture and grazing.
The African majority has been confined to "homeland" or "bantustans” on the
most impoverished 0 percent of the land. On the remaining 17 percent of
the land are the vast mineral reserves, copper, uranium and diamonds. The
uranium and diamonds are under the control of the South African government.
Many black Namibians who cannot eke out a living in the homelands are forces
to migrate to the so-called white areas ‘n order to seek gair amploymen
a situation e that which exists ou The white and foreign
owned economic enterprises are thereby provided with a plentiful and cheap
labor supply.
On April 19, 1960, SWAPO (South West Africa People's Organization) was
formed. SWAPO's constitution, adopted in 1976, defines SWAPO, "SWAPO is.
a national liberation movement rallying together, on the basis of free and
voluntary association, all freedom-inspired sons and daughters of the .
Namibian people. It is the organized political vanguard of the oppressed
and exploited people of Namibia. In fulfilling tts vanguard role, SWAPO
organizes, unites, inspires, orlents and leads the broad masses of the work-
tng Namibian people in the struggle for national and social liberation. It
{s thus the expression and embodiment of national unity, of a whole people
united and organized in the struggle for total independence and social
liberation.”
Throughout the 1960's, SWAPO struggled to liberate Namibia from South
Africa's illegal occupation of their country, its fragmentation of their
land into "bantustans," and its depletion of their natural resources and
exploitation of their labor. South Africa responded with ruthless measures
of repression beginning with the illegal arrest, deportation and trial in...
Pretoria of 37 South West Africans in 1967 and the imprisonment 11/1968 of
Herman Tolvo, the founder of SWAPO. In addition, South Africa exter its
apartheid legislation to Namibia, proclaimed three "homelands" as security
districts, which, in effect, placed 50 percent of Namibia's population under
martial law. South Africa also built up its military presence in the area.
Through these, and other repressive measures, South Africa has been able to
maintain its illegal hold over Namibia.
In 1973, the General Assembly of the United Nations recognized the
national liberation movement of Namibia, SWAPO, as the authentic representa-
tive of the Namibian people, and sunported the efforts of the movement to
strengthen national unity. SWAPO is also recognized as the legitimate repre-
sentative of the Namibian people by the Organization of African Unity (OAU).
In the face of the South African repression, a military wing of S'YAPO
was formed - the People's Liberation Army of Namibia (PLAN). Because of
South Africa's tightening of the grip on economic and political internal
activities of SWAPO, armed liberation struggle has become a major form of
SWAPO's campaign to bring about total and genuine independence to the people
of Namibia. E. Kawola
Adapted from the following sources: Plunder of Namibian Uranium, U.N.
publication, 1982, Constitution of the South West Africa People's Organization
publication of the SWAPO Department for Publicity and Information, Namibia:
A Unique U.N. Responsibility, U.N. Publication, April, 1983.
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>} Special Note: The Social Action Center, of which the Capital District
Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism is amember, is sponsoring a Walk-a-
thon on April 28, 198. Several members of the Coalition have signed up.
If you can join this worthwhile benefit, call SAC hi%u-h0%7 for firthar datat ls...
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CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
A PROJECT OF THE SOCIAL JUSTICE CENTER
BOX 3002 - Pine Hills Station
12203
NEXT
MEETING: Albany, New York
MARCH, lh, 1983
Wede, Ft30 DoeMs MEETINGS A
NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER
310 First St., Albany, N.Y.
SECOND WED.
ALL INTERESTED IN WORKING AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM -
ANTI-APARTHEIN WORK GEARS UP
Successful conference held in New
Peltz on February 25th and 26th. Plans
and strategies to directly work against
apartheid - here in New York State -
were presented. m=
Reports from Anita Thayer and Masani
Davis of tne Capital “istrict Coalition
will be piven at our March meeting.
Anita will report on the divestment issue
and Masani will report on the cultural
hoyeott.
— Fhe cultural boycott has been one of
our major strengths in anti-apartheid
work and wa are preparing to increase
our work in the areaof divestment - so
noth of these conference reports should
he of vitsl interest.
Congratulations to New Paltz for a
conference which helped coordinate and
strenethen the movement.
of” COALITION FUNDRAISER § @
On March 17th, the Coalition will
hola a fundraiser. An evening with
music, a fashion show and food is
planned. This will pive us a chance
to talk and socialize and also raise
money that we need to continue the
strugele. A.fundraiser flyer is
‘neluded in this mailing ~ everyone's
Cee
help is needed_to advertise this event.
Jundraleer Slur Aftacks end
EDUCATION
The Coalition members have often
diseussed the need for education about
South Africa and the struggle. At the
March meeting, a short presentation
about current developments in Angola
will be given.
A series of films about South Africa
and apartheid are planned for showing at
the Albany Public Library by ASAPF
more information call ASAPPA at the Rontal
Action Center *),3h-037.
NO TO
APARTHEID
OF EVERY MonTH
WELCOME!
ELECTIONS
ANT)
DIRECTIONS
At the most recent steering
‘committee meeting, serious dis-
‘cussion was held about the
directions the Coalition should
itake in the future - taking into
account our strengths and weak-
Inesses. An election of a chair
land steering committee members is
‘scheduled for the March meeting.
This is a very important meeting
jand @ active, andnot so active,
iCoalition members are strongly
urged to attend.
Discussion of Coalition prior-
ities and the choice of a steering
committee will directly affect
the future of the Coalition's work.
Everyone's input needed.
The following list is of those
who ar: running for steering
committees. If you have someone
else you would like to nominate
i(ineluding yourself), nlease call
Eileen Kawola (138-0309).
Nominations will also be taken the
Inieht of the meeting.
SLATE
Chair: Vera Michelson
Steering Committee:
Anita Thayer Rev. Dixon
Tony Scott Eileen Kawola
Jim Wright Shirley Lumpkin
proses SHARPEVILLE COMMEMORAT ION
On March 21, 1960 the South African
police opened fire on thousands of
demonstrators who were protesting
passbook laws. 69 persons were
killed and 180 wounded. On March 17,
198 the NAACP and ASAPPA will co-
sponsor a commemorative ceremony at
4:00 pm at the Mt, Pleasant Baptist
Church, il Washington Ave, Albany
P caeeata need
72 o*@ OR oR OND OS Ove OND ®
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PELLET EE AI I 9 SH Pease doe
Capital District Coalition
Against Apartheid
and Racism
Box 3002 — Pine Hills Station
Albany, NY 12203
April 4, 1983
Dear Friends:
Enclosed you will find a copy of a report of the last general
meeting of the Capital District Coalition Against Apartheid and Racism.
You will also find an agenda for our next general meeting which is
scheduled for April 13, 1983 at 7:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Resource
Center, 390 First Street, Albany, New York.
We have recently been contacting organizations and individuals
who were originally involved in the Coalition's activities regarding
the Springbok Rugby boycott. Some of you have remained active members
of the Coalition and others have supported the Coalition for specific
events. In order to remain a true Coalition, we need your continued
support.
We will be mailing reports of general meetings, an agenda for
upcoming meetings and any other material we feel will be of interest.
(Enclosed in this mailing is a list of entertainers who have performed
in South Africa and whose names have been placed on a Cultural Boycott
List.)
It is our hope that you as an individual and/or your organiza~
tion will continue to support the Coalition. The ideal would be for
each member group of the Coalition to send a representative to each
general meeting. If that is not possible, the report of meetings and
agendas for future meetings should keep you abreast of Coalition acti-~
vities you may wish to become involved in or on which you would wish
to know more. If you have any questions about the Coalition or if
the name of the representative used for your organization is incorrect,
please contact us.
The fight against racism and apartheid is an ongoing struggle.
Let us continue the fight together.
Sincerely,
Eileen Kawola
Coalition Membership Commi t tee
438-0309 (home) after 5:00 p.m.
462-7197 (work) after 2:00 p.m.
Against Apartheid
and Racism
Box 3002 — Pine Hills Station
Albany. NY 12203
Report on General Meeting: Wednesday, March %, 1963
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Neivghhborioad Resource Center
390 Pirat Street, Albany, New York
Report on Coalition Activities since last meeting:
h« pereseseeters in PRISA demonstration egainst Puerto Rican
Governor Barcelo.
Although the Coalition made no endorsement, individual
members of the Coalition did participate; the Steering
Committee did send three telegrams, to the two chairs of
the Black and Hispanic Caucus and to Governor Cuomo,
expressing reservations about the invitation to Governor
Farcelo, citing his government's history of political
repression in Puerto Rico.
e. Participation in CANA "Love Thy Neighborhood” convention.
Tre Coalition staffed an ‘nformation table with our
new diaplay hoard, passed out material on Coalition Issues,
and presented a workshop.
3 Participation in Islamic Center demonstration to highlight
the racist violence in Assam,
Suganne Dollard attended as a representative of the
Coalition.
in.) MAscussion by Deepak Kapur on Coalition participation in
that demonstration,
Deepak reristered « strong reaction to the Coalition's
participation in the demonstration; discussion followed
regarding now to determine which demonstrations the
Cosltion should partietirate in, and what the process will
he; this diacussion was tabled until our next meeting, to
give peorle time to think. A second motion was passed that
the Coalition make no further statements, etc, regarding
the killings in Assam between this and the next Coalition
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meeting on April 1%, 1983,
Coalition Meeting Report of Maren 9, 1983:
i. Speaker's Hureau,
March 16, 1983 was requested as the date to get all
usefil and relevant resource material to Gary Pavilic; help
was requested with writine sections of proposed pamphlet;
April 1, 1923 was set as the deadline for the first group
of letters to be sent out for apeaking engagement; next
committee meeting is Tuesday, April 5, 198%, 332 Hudson
Avenue, Albany, 7:30 F.M.
2, Reppert of Fand Raising Committee.
Karbara tienderer reported that the committee is
planning a fundraising movie showing in June (a Monday
night) at the Third Street Theater in Rensselaer. The
committee ia to decide on film cnoilces and present their
five selections at the next Coalition meeting (April 13).
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np aia ge a ei dls 8 ic eal in Ubinas SAMA NSS aia uae iene ewe nea cei bh a San lett MAAN SHR
. Discussion of Dr. Zwana and the atatus of the position
at SUNYA.
The Coalition voted to send a litetter In support
of Dector Japhet Z7wana's continued presence at the
‘iniveraity: to be sent to SUNYA President Vincent
O'Teary.
', Cultural Boycott.
“wipe” Michaelson reported that a letter of explana-
tion of the boycott and sa list of performers to he boy-
cotted was sent to all area college and university
cultural affairs/student activities groups and administra-
tors in the Capital District. Another letter will be
nent to all local area Black and Latino Campus Organizations.
Also, @ letter will te sent to Benjamin Hooks to protest
two people on the Caltural Boyeott list who were prominent
in the recent NAACP Black Image awards, Howard Hessman and
Stephanie Mills. Beth have made unsanctioned visits to South
Africa. Announcement was made on a hearing on the Caltural
Boycott scheduled for the 27th of May at the United Nations.
The Coalition plans to participate.
S. Report of Defense Committee,
A letter was prepared for the CANA convention presenting
the Coalition perspective on the lawsuit. It was handed out
at the convention and at the Coalition meeting.
6, Report on Divestment Rill.
A disclosure truth in investment bill has been authored
by Paul William's of Assemblyman Parrell'ts staff and is soon
to be submitted to the New York State Assembly. Hearings
will be held scon after submission, the Coalition will ask
to participate, Assemblywomen Cynthia Jenkins has expressed
willingness to submit a divestment bill aimilar to the
Massachusetts bill, if no one else is willing.
>, Miscellaneous: Dents Banks/August e7th March on Washington/
ACOA Conference,
Discussion on ebove tabled until next meeting due to
time shortage.
oo M4 gsenssion of relaticoshtp of ASAPPA (Americanr-South African
People's Friendship Assoctstion) and Coalition.
After a lensthy discussion of many of the issues involved,
{t was moved and passed that the Coaltion would support and
. Announcements,
Conference at Amnerat of Northeast Region groups involved
in anti-apartheid work, Saturday, March le, 1983, 1-5 pom.
Coalition will send representatives,
April 6, 1963 nas been denoted National Black Armband
Day to protest apartheica,
» Next Meetings,
The next penerel meetings of the Coalition will be held
on Wedresdav, April 13, 1983 and Wednesday, May Yi, 1963.
Both meetings will be held at 7:30, 3h0 First Street, Albany.
They are open to all.
Notes submitted by Gary Pavlic
CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
Box 3002 - Pine Hills Station
Albany, New York 12203
Tentative hie on
for April 13, 1952 General Meeting
Divestment Campaign ~- Discussion on ways we can support the
campaign for divestment in South Africa. Corporations and
banks in the United States continue to invest in South Africa
helping to prop up the racist apartheid system,
Report on Conference in Amherst, Massachusetts (held by the Now
England Conference on Apartheid)
Cultural Boycott - Update on Coalition activities and discussion of
further activities connected with the hoycott of American
entertainers who perform in South Africa.
Speakers Bureau - Report of Coalition formation of Speakers Bureau,
speakers and topics available to area organizations, plan for
contacting community organizations who might be interested in
speakers on South Africa, racism, apartheid, the Klan.
Report on Albany County Court Watchers Project
Report on Spring Fund Raising Event
C.AA.A.R
a Meeting ‘ June §. 1983
Neichborhcad Resou Hy Ist Sr AI lbany
NEWS + NEWS - NEWS - NEWS - BULLETIN - NEWS - NEWS ~ NEWS ~ NEWS
Another blow against avartheid - Over the nast several weeks, members
ef the Capital District Coaltion Against Avartheid and Racism (C.A.A.A.R.
members of the Black and Student Alliance (B.L.A.S.) of Union College in
Sehenectady and students at SUNY New Paltz have been straterizing on hew
to prevent tne South African Vice Consulate, Piertese, from speakinr at
Union Collerce on May 25th. Piertese, a racist and nropagendist for the
Soutn African sovernment was confronted Sy angry SS ueenes from CUNY. New
Paltz when he appeared on campus there in Anril. ‘Significant pressure
by &.L.A.£. students at Union and community orranizations which sent
letters to the Union administration resulted in the cancellation of the
Piertese visit. Veo a ERAvE NO SPORTS. NO CULTURAL TIES. NO DIPLOMATIC
EXCHANGE. J NO Anves 1A OT alee AND COMPLETE SANCTIANS AGAINST RACIST
6
~ PARTIAL AGENDA FOR JUNE 8th MEETING OF C.A.A.A.R. ™
Discussion of nlans for August 27th bustrin to Washington, v.C.
(Commemoration of 1963 March on ‘Washineton)
Picket Ray Charles? Beach Loys? - Cultural boycott
Identification of vroducts in lecal stores which have teen made
in South Africa.
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Report on cultural boycott orogress with S.A.o.U. (Student Assoclations
of State University,
Update - Friends of Odell Winfield
Discussion of Movie Fundraiser
FOR TICKETS
— We Need Your Help en CALL 43b-8.219 or 463-4560
ON MONDAY NIGHT, JUNE fe 1983, C.A.A.A.R. is sponsoring a benefit nirht
at ue movies: The CN
Jimmy Blackemith’ 122 be shown at the 3rd Street
Theater,
Tickets are $3.00 each and our proceeds will be used in the firht arainst
racism and apartheid. We need vou to buy @ cicket and te heln sell
tickets, We need you to heln us advertise. ‘- °
Pe ae,
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1573 3rd Street
Ae Fensselaer, N.¥:
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Proceeds to benefit Capital District Coaltion Against Apartheid, and Racism
Tickets . 34,00
Available at the door Directions to the 34 Street Theater:
For advance tickets or Take !-40 Eastbound just across the
information call 43b-%2149 Kiver to Washington Avenue, Rensselaer
or 43-4566 Exit. (Exit 1). Tura right. Drive [2 miles.
Turn left onto 3rd Street - or take
CDTA bus ‘3rd Street - Rensselaer )
Directions| te the 3rd| Street 1513
Theater : 3rd Street
just acrods the Ri
Washington Avenue, f
Exit. (Exit 0).
Turn right, F
Drive 2'/: am
miles, | Bam
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or
Take
COTA bus
(3rd Street
Rensselaer)
CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
BOX 3002 - Pine Hills Station
Albany, New York 12203
cxcesc ect
NEXT MONTHLY MEETING - WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 1983 - 7:30p.m.
NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER, 340 FIRST STREET, ALBANY, N.Y.
She Struggle against Apartheid and Nacism coniinaes
- C valilior on the Afove —> >>
—>y The Coalition has recently launched major protests as part of the cultural
boycott against entertainers who have performed in South Africa.
June 19 - Leafleting of Beach Boys Concert at Saratoga Performing
Arts Center (SPAC)
July 3 - The Coalition held a major protest against the performance
of Ray Charles at the Kool Jazz Festival at SPAC.
Leafleting and a walk-out durifig the Charles' segment of
the festival were part of the protest. Concertgoers were
provided with and asked to wear black armbands as a show
of solidarity with the South African liberatton struggle.
—p>} The Coalition made a gubstantial donation to Dennis Brutus, 4 South African
exile and writer who was instrumental in our local organizing of the
South African rugby boycott, for use in his legal fight to avoid
deportation from the United States.
—p> The Coalition held a successful fundraiser - sold out both houses ~ in
a movie benefit, The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith.
—p> Congratulations to ASAPFA for their successful June 16th Soweto Uprising
Commemoration.
Nb "BUSWESS AS USUAL” With S24LTH AFRICA
TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR JULY 13th MEETING
lL. Cultural Boycott Work Review - Discussion and review of boycotts held.
Discussion and plans for action to be taken against Linda Ronstadt,
another performer who has broken the Cultural Boycott jg
and who will appear at SPAC on July 17th. a
Other entertainers??
2, Black Arts and Cultural Festival - July 2uth - Empire State Plaza.
eport on Coa on plans for involvement in the festival.
es Discussion of fundraiser movie - Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith.
« be Report_on Friends—of Odell Winfield. fundraiser held June 30th, State
ounge, any.
5. Report on planning for Anti-Racist Confer to be held in the Fall
w a any Branch, NAACP.
6. Discussion of Coalition Jobs, Peace and
ustice March on Washington.
‘ Announcement - successful divestment pickett in New Paltz against IBM.
. Endorsement of CASA (Central American S A
agains urther American involvement in Central America to be
held July 16th - March from Washington Park at noon to Spanish
American War Memorial, Northern Boulevard and Central Avenue,
Planning for Coalition involvement and support.
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Rons stadt i in Sun City
he gagat are over. —
ald Reagan is in the
White House. John Len-
non is dead. And Linda Ronstadt
has just completed a series of con-
certs in racist South Africa.
The last time she went to Africa
~black-ruled Africa, in that case—
she traveled with Jerry Brown, who
was then the governor of Califor-
nia. But this time, she went to
white-ruled South Africa with nei-
ther Brown nor his blessing.
"I don’t take his advice very
much,” Ronstadt explained. “He
doesn’t want me to do things that
are controversial. He's political.
I'm not. He tries not to say no to
me, because he knows it won rt
work, Fie just looks into his napkin
and writhes.”
The United Nations didn’t
want her to go, either. It has had an
1443 Bolling StPK Ss,
official boycott 1968. Other
Americans have broken this boy-
cott: Cher. The Osmonds. Frank
Sinatra. And now Linda Ronstadt—
who is different only in that we
somehow expected more of her.
Linda Ronstadt performed her
concerts at the Sun City Super
Bowl in Sun City. Described as
ma "fun capital of Southern Afri-
” Sun City is the Las Vegas of
South Africa, and Ronstadt repor-
tedly was paid $500,000 to pertorm
there.
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the arts,” Ronstadt said. “I just
don’t like being told 5 ou can’t go
somewhere. Like when they told
Jane Fonda she couldn’s go to
North Vietnam. Of course she
should have gone co North Viet-
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“NY Wy, CAPITAL DISTRICT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID AND RACISM
BOX 3002 - Pine Hills Station
ce Albany, New York 12203
WEXT MONTHLY MEETING - WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 1983 - 7:30p.m.
NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER, 340 FIRST STREET, ALBANY, N. Y.
APARTHEID ANO RACISM OPPOSED BY COALITION
€—SUNMER BRINGS NEW ACTIONS >>
The cultural boycott against entertainers who have performed in South
rica continuesescs
July 3 - The performance by Ray Charles as part of the Kool Jazz
Pestival at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) was
RS met by a major Coalition protest.
y 350 people left their seats from the amphitheater and
lawn area in a silent moving protest.
2,000 black armbands were distributed to people entering
the festival and concertgoers were asked to wear the
armbands as a show of solidarity.
Approximately 6,000 fliers were distributed to people
and discussions and debates were held on the apartheid
issue/cultural boycott.
Linda Ronstadt performance at SPAC protested. Approximately
3,000 leaflets were distributed and good discussions were
¥& held with doubting concertgoers.
Auge 9 - America concert at Coliseum protest held by Coalition.
Black Arts and Cultural Festival - July 2hy
s second annua estival held at the Empire State Plaza, the
Coalition had a great booth. We sold food and disseminated inform-
ation about racism and apartheid. We talked to hundreds of people
and got the word out. Because of rain, we didn't make a@ lot of X
money, but more importantly we provided, "Seed for the wind and food
for the body." (Tony Scott, booth chairman, July 24, 1983) a
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TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR AUGUST 10th MEETING rn
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1. Cultural bopeors - Review of work done. Discussion and plans for 2
action to be taken against Paul Anka, another performer who has =
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broken the boycott and who will perform at the Coliseum from
August 10th through August 13th.
2. Repert on Black Arts and Cultural Festival
3. Augus YW March on Washington tor Joos Peace and Freedom
av Goa on plans. oa on travel as @ group’:
4h. Anti-Racist Conference ~ Conference to be held in the fall with the
any Branch, CP. Report of first planning meeting held
August th.
Update ;
5. Rugby Lawsuit - Discussion of lawsuit status.
6, er "Better Not for Worse” - This play, written by South African play-
‘wr ight Salaelo Mareat about the apartheid system is being made
available to the Coalition. Discussion of when and 4f we can
bring this play to Albany.
7. Announcement of Northeast Regional Conference at W.V¥.U. on eperenen’
3.
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8, Mailing List Update
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DK October 8-9 National Student Conference
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November 5 Conference on Apartheid - New Paltz ec grt
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November 19, Coalition Against Apartheid and NAACP
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2. Membership Cards
Da 3. Cultural Boycott . / : ~ 2
4. Boyeott African Products
5. Steering Committee Report on Election of Wew Steering Committee Members
6. Review of August 27th March on Washington and Establishment of Coalition
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7. Solidarity Day Participation
{ Treasurers Report & Fund Raiser
8, Update on Dennis Brutis Case
9, Organization Building
10. Announcements
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Church. Panel Discussion "After the Mareh on Washington: Next Steps."
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