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Jonathan House Emerald Bruce Davison waves an altered American flag featuring the symbols of major corporations during a rally Sunday at the EMU amphitheater. Over a hundred protesters congregated to condemn U.S. military action against Afghanistan. Demonstration continued from pagel “Look, there is a shadow that hov ers over the United States of Ameri ca — it’s our foreign policy,” Dreil ingsaid. Several speakers concentrated on America’s poor governmental oper ations and the country’s inability to become part of a global community. Stan Taylor, a political science in structor at Lane Community Col lege, said Congress is working to pass what’s known as “fast track” legislation, or the Presidential Trade Authority. This legislation, he said, paves the way for the passage of the Free Trade Area of the Americas, as well as other global economic unions. It allows Congress to pass trade policies in less than 24 hours with virtually no debate. “Bush talks about fighting for good and democracy,” Taylor said. “But he is pushing for legislation that takes away our democracy.” r Taylor suggested people contact their legislators and voice their con cerns. Bevin Gilmore, a New York native, encouraged the crowd to “use strong words” when speaking with their legislators. “They are exploiting the deaths,” she said. “They are traitors to our country.” Brian Bogart said he is having trouble sleeping at night. The Uni versity graduate and member of Eu gene Peace Works said though he is concerned, he sees this as a way for the American people to start think ing beyond themselves. “Burdens once carried by Ghandi and Dr. King will be picked up by others worldwide,” Bogart said. “Hu mankind must become a species that no longer cares about borders.” He also frowned on America’s foreign policy, likening it to that of Hitler’s policies. Activists also performed songs relevant to the crowd’s sentiments. Scott Michael Perry started off with his rendition of “This Little Light of Mine.” David Bersch per formed a revamped 1961 Bob Dylan tune, and South Eugene High School freshman Jordan Blumberg-Enge sang a ballad. Lyrics such as “No, we will not disappear” and “If God is on our side, there will be no new war” brought together topics of the event. The rally ended with a march around campus, which featured signs, banners and a giant figure of a person holding a globe. Slogans said everything from, “Be the change you wish to see in the world” and, “One world, indivisible.” “Our task is to create a vision of a peaceful future,” Bogart said. “Ab solutely everything should be done to eliminate the threat that can be done non-violently.” Lindsay Buchele is the community editor for the Oregon Daily Emerald. She can be reached atlindsaybuchele@dailyemerald.com. Marcus Hathcock is a features reporter for the Oregon Daily Emerald. He can be reached at marcushathcock@dailyemerald.com. ride me! 0 MADWAGON Finally, a significant other who lives to take you places. The Retro: lightweight alloy rims, brake levers and linear pull brakes, riser bar, quick release seat. Guaranteed for life frame. $99 Get one at madwagon.com or call 1-866-MAOWAGON. /et-eoo DOWNTOWN 1320 Willamette 485-2356 2975 West 11th 344-0007 OPEN Sundays^S* Locally owned LUBE, OIL, FILTER • Chassis Lube • New Oil Filter • Up to 5 Qts, 10W-30 Kendall Oil • Clean Front Window • Vaccuum Front Floor Boards No Appointment necessary Most light cars & trucks „ Kendall Hfl MOTOR OIL POUR IN THE EMTECTIOH 3/4 or 1-ton & Extra Cab Trucks Additional 0126071 Join the elections hoard ! / Help plan and run a smooth election process / Help increase voter turnout / Get real life experience in your student government • Applications are available outside the ASUO office in Suite 4, EMU • Applications must be turned into the ASUO office by October 12th at 5 pm “An affirmative action/equal opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act employer (AA/EOE/ADA)" 012530 Ba Town Hall Meeting Are you a GTF with children? Come to discuss issues that are important to you! Wednesday, October 10, 2001 5:30 - 6:30 pm EMU, Gumwood Room ★ Childcare & refreshments provided ★ Children must be pre-registered by 10/09. For registration, please call 346-2962. Co-sponsored by: • Associated Students ot the University of Oregon (ASUO) • Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation (GTFF) • UO Graduate School • Work & Family Services BIRKENSTOCK October 8-10 Friday-Sunday 20-50 % Discount on Discontinued Styles and Colors Limited Selection of Non-Birkenstock Sale Shoes Sorry, we cannot hold, layaway, special order or take returns on sale shoes T» ?. 'i iVJ IH J zmio THE BIRKENSTOCK STORE 181 E. Broadway • 342-6107 • Mon-Sat:-10-6, Sun: 11-5
