On Thursday, May 8, the Ad-Hoc Working Group for Haiti launched a weekly vigil outside the Brazilian consulate in Beverly Hills for the return of Haitian human rights activist Lovinsky Pierre-Antione. A weekly fast, begun last November and practiced around the world, continues.
Story/photos: A Weekly Vigil is Launched for Haiti and Kidnapped Human Rights Activist by Ross Plesset
Update: (5-15-08) Today was our second weekly vigil. Seven of us held our banner and signs and talked to pedestrians about the issue. There were lengthy and interesting conversations, and people signed our petition. Many of us continue to fast each week.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Monday, May. 05, 2008 - Approximately 200 people gathered today in honor of Jose Fernando Pedraza, a Jornalero (day laborer), leader, and friend, who died while defending his right to be a worker in Rancho Cucamonga. Pedraza died after being struck by a car. The motorist is said to have been distracted by the protest when they hit Pedraza. A march to city hall was held demanding Pedraza's dying wish: a day labor center for the city.
Full Story Day Laborer Remebered, 1 year after Killed in Rancho Cucamonga during Minutemen Protest by miss x