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In a state where ethnic studies are banned, a video like this becomes contraband. But banned books will not erase our history, and cancelled classes will not make us forget. Through struggle, we will write ourselves back into history.

Arizona's explicit stated goal is to make life miserable for immigrants and their families through a policy of attrition (aka "Self-Deportation"). Our strategy is to bring joy. And joy is what Dr. West brought when he spent a day with us in Arizona, bearing witness to the local struggle for human rights and sharing the historical context in which white supremacy continues to linger.

Tell a friend to win a full length DVD copy of Cornel West's speech in Arizona: How We Got Here - Historical Roots of SB1070

A rare behind-the-scenes video documenting Dr. West's visit to Arizona by filmmaker and activist, Barni Qaasim.

» Russell Pearce Recall Election: Arizona Immigration Law Architect Defeated By Jerry Lewis

State Sen. Russell Pearce, the controversial architect of Arizona's immigration law, was voted out of office on Tuesday evening in a special recall election. He was defeated by Jerry Lewis, a fellow Republican who does not support the immigration crackdown and has vowed to reject gifts from special interest groups and work to ban gifts for legislators. Click here to see more »

» "Festival de Resistancia" limited edition T-Shirts & Manu Chao (MANWOZ) "Alto Arizona" Posters

Thanks to the 5,000 attendees who came to the Festival de Resistencia in Phoenix, AZ on September 21, 2011. Thanks to the hard work of the CDBs, Tonatierra and NDLON, speakers including Mary Rose Wilcox, 3rd Space, No More Deaths, Tierra y Libertad, Southside Day Labor Center, Derechos Humanos and representatives of the organizing committees, shared the stage with Manu Chao & La Ventura. Signed original Manu Chao "Alto Arizona" posters & Festival de Resistencia T-Shirts are still available. Click here to see more »

» "No More Deaths" Video on Culture of Cruelty Exposes Questionable Border Patrol Practices

Border Patrol destroying water jugs left by aid organizations, taunting humanitarians and exposing hateful views on camera. Watch this video on the "Culture of Cruelty" that exists within the US Border Patrol. Read More »

» Award-Winning Global Pop Artist, Manu Chao, Announces Free "Alto Arizona" Concert in Phoenix At End of Rare U.S. Tour

The legendary winner of Best World Music (1999) and Billboard's Latin Music Awards (2008), Manu Chao, announced he will perform a free "Alto Arizona" concert in collaboration with the National Day Laborer Organizing Network and local immigrant rights organizations. The multi-lingual, multi-cultural, and globe-spanning musician will bring his chart-topping music to Phoenix in a rare free community performance. Read More»

» The Art of Chuck D (Public Enemy) - 'By the Time I Got to Arizona' Poster Release

Chuck D and SceneFour discuss the details of the release of the poster "By the Time I Got to Arizona." Focused on ill-conceived policies in Arizona that perpetuate racial profiling, the artwork is Chuck D's foray into the medium of fine art. Read More »

» Video: Jenni Rivera & Daughter Chiquis Protest Controversial Arizona Law

Jenni Rivera and daughter Chiquis travel to Arizona to join immigration activists in a march against the state's recently-passed anti-immigration law. Read More »

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