Another Colombian Military Massacre

From Public Citizen's Blog Eyes on Trade

This attack by Colombian Armed Forces is only the most recent in wave of brutal repression and paramilitary violence against indigenous, Afro-Colombian, labor and human rights advocates in recent weeks. Over the past two days, the Army has assaulted indigenous activists protesters, killing at least two and injuring over a hundred. Scroll down to take action in their support.

According to CNN:
The Indians are protesting the Colombian government's free market economic policies; regional landowners they say have stolen their territory; and government plans for a free-trade deal with the United States. To read more about thist situation click here.

Learning from other Free Trade Agreements

Much can be learnt from the experience of countries that have signed trade agreements with the United States and implemented neo-liberal policies to open up their markets. The Monthly Review recently published Oaxaca Rebellion against Marginalization, Extreme Poverty, and Abuse of Power which explains in detail the experience Mexicans have had due to these policies and the marginalization and violence that has ensued. The article is a good read for those who are learning about the effects of these policies.