Saturday, May 29, 2010

Millions of displaced Colombians demand US respect human life, not money (3:06m video & script)

from RT (Russia Today). People in the US often must go to foreign sources in order to find information about some of the most egregious actions pursued abroad by their government and corporations.
US corporations are under fire for aiding the creation of world's second largest displaced population. Activists claim millions of Colombians have been driven from their homes.
In light of the issue, hundreds of protestors have gathered at Washington DC’s Capitol Hill. People brought pictures of those who have suffered as a result of the activities of major US companies in Colombia's indigenous territories, which are rich in natural resources. Millions have not only been displaced, but also are either missing, tortured or have been killed.