AN AUSTRALIAN CALL FOR JUSTICE FOR THE OLYMPICS, ABORIGINES CAMP OUT TO REMIND THE WORLD OF A LONG, ENDURING LEGACY OF OPPRESSION BY WHITE COLONIALISTS

From: The Boston Globe (Boston, MA) | Date: August 20, 2000| Author: | Copyright information

SYDNEY - Gathered in a city park, re-creating a fire ceremony they called the oldest ritual known to humans, a group of Aboriginal activists gave voice last week to their smoldering grievances.

"They have waged an undeclared war against our people," said Isabell Coe, a veteran Aboriginal leader. "We want to end this war. This is about peace and justice. This is what we want, and this is what our fire represents."

She then led 30 people, an equal number of Aborigines and white supporters, in placing green eucalyptus branches on the fire. Fragrant plumes of smoke framed her as she hugged each ...

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