The UN Truth Commission on El Salvador cited over 60 Salvadoran officers for the worst atrocities during that country s brutal civil war. The story is repeated throughout Latin America. This taxpayer-sponsored arm of corporate power makes the exploitation of overseas labor more profitable and more extreme than ever. Austin labor unionists and supporters will have the opportunity to be a part of this historic event. The bus will represent a broad grouping of Austin activists.
Labor needs to be a part of it.
A former Teamster, Tom West is a labor and solidarity activist recently returned to Austin after a 25-year absence in the Northeast. Return to Table of Contents for Vol.