As I mentioned in an earlier post, the New Zealand police have gotten abusive with activists, under the guise of 'preventing terrorism'. My friend Aziz Choudry, a Kiwi expat, has written this fantastic piece on the criminalisation of dissent, and its ignominious history in Aotearoa.

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Posted on 19 October, 2007 - 16:01

I've been very distressed to hear about how the war on terror has been extended to cover pretty much any dissent at all. The latest instance is in Aotearoa/New Zealand. You can find out the latest by visiting Indymedia Aotearoa. Below is an urgent appeal for support.

Maori plea for support

Dear Friends, Colleagues and Family,
It is in great distress that I am urged to write this appeal and to inform our international community of the recent events that are happening within Aotearoa (New Zealand) social justice, environmental justice and indigenous movements. ... read more »

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Posted on 18 October, 2007 - 04:15