Syrian opposition sources say nearly to 20 people were killed across the country Sunday as bitter fighting erupted in several parts of the country. The fighting occurred as many towns and cities appear to have observed a call for a general strike. Rebel soldiers fought Syrian government troops near the Turkish border and outside [...]
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December 12, 2011
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November 3, 2011
Occupy Oakland awaits police response
November 2, 2011 by legitgov ShareThis Occupy Oakland awaits police response 02 Nov 2011 Economic inequality is the driving force behind the Occupy Wall Street protests. Oakland has become a flashpoint for the movement following violent clashes between protesters and police. On Wednesday, organizers there called for a general strike. Many in Oakland did stay [...]
October 31, 2011
Occupy protesters clash with police in Denver and Portland
Violent clashes between Occupy protesters and police broke out in Denver, Colorado, and Portland, Oregon, over the weekend. Police arrested 20 people and fired pepper spray and pepper balls as they moved to tear down tents set up by Occupy Denver demonstrators on Saturday. Amid angry scenes, two protesters were held on felony charges after [...]
