Video of Feb 23 Protest in Victoria, Canada

by Deja (deja [at] riseup.net)

Mon, Feb 25, 2002 9:32PM

On Feb 23, 40,000 unionists, activists and other concerned citizens marched to the provincial legislature in British Columbia to show Gordon Campbell their displeasure with his socially regressive policies.

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Gordon stayed home and watched the Olympics with his family. The atmosphere was festive and peaceful, with giant puppets, pirate costumes and a mobile xylophone ensemble. Beneath the celebrations there was a strong undercurrent of resolve and patience. It was the confidence of a movement that has faced this beast before, and defeated it.

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