Kia ora
This week is Amnesty International's annual Freedom Week appeal. It comes as a timely reminder of the important work they do and the global struggles that exist for many of the freedoms that we take for granted here in New Zealand.
The ability to participate in democratic decision making is one such freedom we enjoy. Yet since last Sunday, 140 people in Hama, Syria have been killed for their participation in peaceful demonstrations for democratic reform.
I moved a motion in Parliament on Wednesday condemning the shootings in Hama and other Syrian cities, which was endorsed by all MPs.
Keith Locke, Green MP
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In this issue
Events
Welfare Forums with Catherine Delahunty
'Welfare Reforms: A Recipe for Poverty'
Monday 15 August, 1-4:30pm
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Lindisfarne Community Centre, 22 Lindisfarne St, Invercargill
Thursday 25 August, 12:30-1:30pm
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Grahamstown Community Hall,
Thames
Book Launch: Fleeing Vesuvius NZ Edition - with Gareth Hughes
Responding to the Effects of Economic and Environmental Collapse
Wednesday 16 August 6-7:30pm, Green Party Caucus Room, Level 15, Bowen House, Wellington
The Great MMP Debate
Come and hear both sides argue whether we need a change from MMP or not.
Friday 19 August 6:30-8pm, Mezzanine Community Room, Wellington Central Library, Wellington
Smart Transport for NZ Conference, with Gareth Hughes
Friday 19 August 1pm to Saturday 20 August 5:30pm
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Wellington
Press releases
Key must rule out changes to Pharmac during US visit
22 July 2011
John Key must rule out any trade deal with investor state disputes clauses that endanger Pharmac, Green Party Co-leader Dr Russel Norman said today. Read more...
Blog posts
Parliament condemns killings in Syria - by Keith Locke
Yesterday I moved a motion in Parliament on Syria, which was passed unanimously. Read more...
Breakdown of Burmese ceasefire - by Keith Locke
On Wednesday, Wellington’s Kachin community arrived in Parliament grounds to protest the increasing violence happening in their home province. Read more...
Blair: Politician for the rich - by Keith Locke
While many New Zealanders are struggling to make ends meet, others could afford a hefty $1000 to hear (and be photographed with) the former British PM Tony Blair when he spoke in Auckland today.
Yes, Mr Blair is a politician for the rich. Read more...
Norway massacre: Key points finger in wrong direction - by Keith Locke
I almost fell of my chair when I heard John Key use the Norway massacre to justify New Zealand’s military involvement in Afghanistan.
He said the killings were part of global terrorism and why New Zealand is in Afghanistan “trying to make the world a safer place.” Read more...
Speeches
Dr Kennedy Graham Tribute to Norway - Notice of Motion - Kennedy Graham MP, 3 August 2011
Last week's killing of 77 innocent young people was anything but mindless. Watch video or read transcript...
