From: hrcoord@igc.apc.org (Human Rights Coordinator)
Newsgroups: soc.rights.human
Subject: 'Terrorist'Charges/Peruvians in US
Date: 11 Dec 92 17:29:00 GMT
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Nf-From: cdp.UUCP!hrcoord    Dec 11 09:29:00 1992


From: Human Rights Coordinator <hrcoord>
Subject: 'Terrorist'Charges/Peruvians in US

/* Written  7:09 am  Dec 11, 1992 by jkawell@igc.apc.org in igc:ppn.peru */

Status: RO

December 5, 1992

TO:        Organizations and Individuals Supporting Peace and
           Human Rights in Peru

FROM:      Miriam Chion, Fidel Dolorier, and E. Rea$o

On Saturday November 21, we were informed by a human rights
organization in Lima, Peru, that we have been included in a list
of Peruvians living abroad who, allegedly, support terrorist
actions and promote the interests of Sendero Luminoso's (Shining
Path) armed insurgency.  This list, in which we have been
erroneously included, was prepared by the Servicio de
Inteligencia Nacional (SIN) and forwarded to the 43er Juzgado
(Court) in Lima to be judicially processed.  Within two weeks,
the Fiscal Superior (District Attorney) will determine whether to
proceed with the investigation which could lead to a warrant of
arrest and a trial in absentia according to the newly enacted
Anti-Terrorist Law.  

Although there is no information available explaining the basis
for the inclusion of our names in this infamous list, this
allegation is presumably related to our membership in GRUPO PERU,
an organization that works for peace in Peru and that has
strongly opposed Sendero Luminoso and any form of terrorism and
human rights abuses.  GRUPO PERU has always defended the life and
the basic rights of the people of Peru, and has denounced
political violence from any source, including the Peruvian
Security Forces.

Among those included in the list is Carlos Chipoco, a Peruvian
attorney, member of the United Nations' Comision de La Verdad in
El Salvador, who has also written several books and articles
condemning terrorist actions in Peru.

Although these charges are extremely ludicrous, Peruvian
authorities have the legal power to proceed with the judicial
process in our absence.  This could have disastrous results for
us and our families in Peru, particularly under present
circumstances in which constitutional rights are not always
observed by the Peruvian government.  Under current law, being a
terrorist sympathizer carries with it a 20 year prison term.

We are asking you to write on your behalf or of your organization
to the Ambassador of Peru in Washington and to U.S. Congressional
representatives expressing your concern for these unfounded
charges.  We would appreciate receiving a copy of your letters in
order to have those expressions of support available for
reference (GRUPO PERU, P.O.Box 3602, Oakland, CA 94609).

We are enclosing information that could be included in your
letter of support.  Please let us know if you would like to
receive a packet that provides detailed information about
specific activities performed by GRUPO PERU.  
November 27, 1992

               BACKGROUND INFORMATION RELATED TO GRUPO PERU

GRUPO PERU is an organization based in Oakland, California, that works for
peace, economic development, and human rights in Peru.  GRUPO PERU was
formed in 1988 in response to the alarming increase in political violence
and worsening of economic conditions in Peru, as a local source for
information, economic support, and technical assistance.

GRUPO PERU has coordinated efforts with other groups based in the United
States which also support peaceful solutions for the problems that
Peruvian society faces (Peru Peace Network, Fellowship of Reconciliation,
Amnesty International, etc.).  GRUPO PERU's activities have included
educational and cultural events, donations to children's organizations in
Peru, and informational sessions about the current situation in Peru.  

SUGGESTED PARAGRAPHS TO BE USED IN LETTER TO THE PERUVIAN AMBASSADOR
IN WASHINGTON

I am writing you to express my concern about the situation of Miriam Chion,
Fidel Dolorier, and E. Rea$o, Peruvian citizens living in the USA who have
been included in a list of alleged supporters of terrorist organizations in
Peru.

Fidel Dolorier, Miriam Chion, and E. Rea$o are members of GRUPO PERU, based
in Oakland, California, an organization dedicated to promote peace in Peru. 
GRUPO PERU has been strongly opposed to the violent actions and genocidal
ideology advocated by the terrorist and subversive groups known as
Sendero Luminoso (Shining Path) and Movimiento Revolucionario Tupac Amaru
(MRTA).

I believe that this is a grave error that should be corrected as soon as
possible.  I have supported GRUPO PERU's actions for peace in Peru and I
have attended their events in the San Francisco Bay Area.  I strongly
commend their work and their efforts to promote peaceful alternatives for
Peru's economic and social problems.

SUGGESTED PARAGRAPHS TO BE USED IN LETTER TO U.S. CONGRESSIONAL
REPRESENTATIVES

I am writing you to express my concern about the situation of Miriam Chion,
Fidel Dolorier, and E. Rea$o, Peruvian citizens living in the USA who have
been included in a list of alleged supporters of terrorist organizations in
Peru.

Fidel Dolorier, Miriam Chion, and E. Rea$o are members of GRUPO PERU, based
in Oakland, California, an organization dedicated to promote peace in Peru. 
GRUPO PERU has been strongly opposed to the violent actions and genocidal
ideology advocated by the terrorist and subversive groups known as
Sendero Luminoso (Shining Path) and Movimiento Revolucionario Tupac Amaru
(MRTA).

Miriam Chion, Fidel Dolorier, and E. Rea$o have been erroneously included in
a list prepared by the Servicio de Inteligencia Nacional (SIN) which was
forwarded to the 43er Juzgado (Court) in Lima to be judicially processed. 
They could potentially face a warrant of arrest and trial in absentia
according to the newly enacted Peruvian Anti-Terrorist Law.

I have supported GRUPO PERU's actions for peace in Peru and I have
attended their events in the San Francisco Bay Area.  I strongly commend
their work and efforts to promote peaceful alternatives for Peru's
economic and social problems.

I know you share my concerns about the human rights situation in Peru. I
believe this is a grave error that should be corrected as soon as possible. 
I would appreciate any action you could take regarding this matter.Letters shall be addressed to:

Ambassador Ricardo Luna
Embassy of Peru
1700 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
FAX: (202) 659-8124

Phil McLean
Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Interamerican Affairs
State Department
Washington, D.C. 20520

Richard Schifter
Deputy Assistant Secretary of State
Bureau of Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs
State Department
Washington, D.C. 20520

Dante B. Fascell             
Chairman                          
Committee on Foreign Affairs      
House of Representatives     
Washington, D.C. 20515

Gus Yatron
Chairman
Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations
Committee on Foreign Affairs
House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515