Five families — the Corries and four Palestinian familes — are plaintiffs in a federal lawsuit against Illinois-based Caterpillar, Inc. over violations of international and state law. The case can at first seem confusing to those who have not been following the issue. , The Center for Constitutional Rights offers an in-depth, nicely organized look at the case, similar cases and the issues around “Corrie et al. v. Caterpillar, Inc.” — Factsheet: Home Demolitions and Caterpillar
Play set to open in West Virginia
My Name is Rachel Corrie, which was adapted from Rachel’s writings by by Alan Rickman and Katharine Viner will be part of the Contemporary American Theater Festival at Think Theater in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. It will be performed from July 5 through July 29.
CATF Producing Director Ed Herendeen writes of the festivals current offerings: “Ideas are powerful – but stories are more powerful. Lee Blessing, Rachel Corrie, Richard Dresser and Jason Grote are contemporary storytellers with original voices and independent spirits. Their voices will broaden our minds by engaging, inspiring and ultimately connecting us with the power of their stories. They can help us to formulate questions that will stimulate a conversation and dialogue throughout our community.”
- To get a schedule, click here.
- To learn more about the festival, click here.
ONLINE: Understanding the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
Phyllis Bennis’ newly updated “Understanding the Palestinian-Israel Conflict” is an invaluable source for those wishing to have a better understanding of the roots of the violence in the Middle East. — Link
Good Search raises money for the foundation
You can raise money for the Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice by searching the web! www.Goodsearch.com is a search engine that raises money for nonprofits. There’s no cost. Visit www.Goodsearch.com to select the Rachel Corrie Foundation. Thanks!
You can also use GoodSearch via the Rachel Corrie Foundation, using the search field in the sidebar at right.
Break the Silence Presentation in Olympia, WA
Break the Silence Mural Project presents
Art and Action:
Collaborative Murals on Rachel Corrie Center for Children and Youth
Presentation
Where: The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW, Multi-Purpose Room B
Time:7:30 PM [Read more…]
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