Grenada Remembered

Grenada Remembered

   On October 25, 1983, the U.S. invaded Grenada, and this month the Latin America Solidarity Committee (LASC) will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the invasion of this tiny Caribbean island nation by reading and discussing selected chapters from "In Nobody's Backyard: Maurice Bishop's Speeches, 1979-1983." These discussions will take place at our second and fourth weekly meetings of the month, Nov. 9 and 23. Anyone interested in participating in these discussions can pick up a copy of the chapters in the LASC office during office hours or by coming to one of our weekly meetings.

   On Tues., Nov. 1, LASC and Solidarity will cosponsor Gary Ruchwanger, author of "People in Power: Forging a Grassroots Democracy in Nicaragua," and Susan Lebell, who has worked with the Nicaraguan Women's Organization (AMNLAE) and the Association of Rural Workers (ATC), speaking about a project for single mother workers in Esteli, Nicaragua, at the Guild House, 802 Monroe, at 7:30 pm.

   On Sat., Nov. 12, LASC will hold a workshop for those who want to learn about speaking on Latin American issues. The workshop will focus on El Salvador, Chilé, and Nicaragua and will include useful background information, how to effectively talk about the issues, and how to address the most commonly asked questions. The workshop will take place at the Guild House, 802 Monroe, 12 noon to 6 pm . Please let us know if you plan to attend. Call Mike Fischer 665-2709 or Kathy Savoie 668-6652.

   The Latin America Solidarity Committee (LASC) is committed to education and action in support of the right of self-determination for Latin American peoples. Our activities include education about historical and current realities in the region and the role of U.S. foreign policy in Latin American conflict. We oppose U.S. intervention and work to end U.S. sponsored war and repression throughout Latin America. We welcome all who are in general agreement with our ideas to attend our weekly meetings, Wed. evenings at 8 pm in 2435 Mason Hall. We have an office on the U-M campus open 12 to 2 pm weekdays, with numerous periodicals available on Latin American and related topics. Anyone is welcome to stop by during office hours and use these resources. For more information about LASC or our events, please cali us at 665-8438.

Latin America Solidarity Committee, 4120 Michigan Union, Ann Arbor, Ml 48109, 665-8438.