Truth is being silenced by secrecy in government, media consolidation, criminalization of political dissent, and smear campaigns. Education is under assault because it provides access to the historical truths, critical thinking, and alternative perspectives that lay the groundwork for structural change.
In solidarity with Ward Churchill, the WCSN is dedicated to resisting the silencing of political dissent, repression of indigenous struggles and attacks on academic freedom.
In the News:
Reinstatement Hearing
Wed. July 1, 2009 9:00 a.m.
Courtroom 6 (2nd floor)
Denver City & County Building
1435 Bannock St.
Denver, CO 80202
Judge Naves will hear witnesses and legal arguments on Ward Churchill’s motion to reinstate on Wednesday July 1, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Reinstatement is the usual remedy, but the University of Colorado refuses to acknowledge the jury’s verdict that the Regents fired Ward in violation of the U.S. Constitution.
Come & show your support for freedom of speech!
Professors and attorneys urge Judge Naves to reinstate Churchill.
Jury Verdict for Ward Churchill
“What was asked for and what was delivered was justice.” - Ward Churchill
On April 2, 2009 the jury returned a verdict for Professor Ward Churchill in his case against the University of Colorado.
The jury found unanimously that Ward’s 9/11 essay was a significant factor in the Regents’ decision to fire him, and that he would not have been fired but for his exercise of his First Amendment rights. . . read more
For more coverage on the trial, click on the links below and check out these trial blogs:
DU's Law Student Blog: http://www.theracetothebottom.org/ward-churchill/
Unofficial Trial Blog:
http://wardchurchilltrial.wordpress.com
Colorado Daily:
http://www.coloradodaily.com/news/2009/apr/02/ward-churchill-trial-blog-jury-university-colorado/
