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Free West Papua! A video introduction to a struggle for self-determination
Act of Free Choice (directed by Mark Worth)
The so-called ``Act of Free Choice'' was a sham referendum held in 1969 to decide whether Indonesia should govern West Papua. The small sample of indigenous West Papuans selected to vote were threatened with physical voilence if they voted against the Indonesian regime. Of course, they ``voted'' to remain part of Indonesia.
Musical interlude: Abdullah Ibrahim's Mannenberg (Is Where It's Happening)
Mannenberg
Abdullah Ibrahim (Dollar Brand) is seen here visiting Mandela's cell on Robben Island, and wandering in and around Cape Town -- including the famed District Six and Mannenberg -- to the soundtrack of his now classic South African jazz tune Mannenberg (Is Where It's Happening).
Musical interlude: Post-911 Blues
Hear and watch Riz MC's classic “Post-911 Blues'', click here