I witnessed Anarchy in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. It came in many forms and colors and it was scary, real scary and there were goblins and unicorns flying out the asses of the drowned. Abosolute chaos. I filmed it all just for you. Be warned this is hardcore shit. ;~) Ⓐ
The Four Directions Relief Project was started in early October in recognition that the Native American communities of storm ravaged southern Louisiana remained under-served and in urgent need of relief efforts. Despite the immense pride and independence of these communities, Katrina and Rita created an intense burden on the people, and storm assistance was requested. Four Directions was organized to help gain both short and long term storm relief, working in solidarity and respect for the pride of local communities, and the preservation of their cultures. Working in solidarity with tribal leaders, Four Directions was formed by community organizer/spiritual activist Naomi Archer and medic Dave Pike who had been working on the ground in southern Louisiana building the innovative mutual-aid relief work of Common Ground in Algiers. Between October 2005 and January 2006, Four Directions, in collaboration with our tribal partners, NGO partners, and a very limited number of volunteers facilitated: * 27 tons of food and material aid collected and distributed * 1600+ volunteer hours in the community* 8 home repair projects including 2 emergency housing projects for homeless families* 30 classroom teaching kits to the most damaged elementary schools * 26 large and small appliances bought and distributed * 2 tons + of trash collected * 1200+ holiday meals distributed * Stories, interviews or links in 20+ native, commercial, and independent media outlets
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
Martin Luther King Jr., Letter from Birmingham Jail, April 16, 1963
They assassinated King, April 4, 1968
On April 4, 2006 St Bernard public housing residents returned from forced exile, to clean up and reclaim their homes.
People who had leases with HANO and want to join the lawsuit against HANO can sign up online at: http://publichousing.justiceforneworleans.org
Capitalism & Racism in Religion
http://www.staugustinecatholicchurch-neworleans.org
Several people occupied St. Augustine Catholic Church in the Treme area of New Orleans, for nearly 2 weeks to draw attention to the unjust treatment this Parrish received from the archdiocese in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
This church is historic; this occupation will be history some day.
In front of the activist occupied Historic St Augustine Church, a key stop on the underground railroad and home of the tomb of the unknown slave.
Activists occupied the church long enough to bring national media exposure to the injustice being done to the Treme community. Their church was not damaged in the hurricane but the Catholic Church wanted to close it anyway... more about that here
Iraq Veterans Against the War send greetings to the president as the walk past a completly distroyed Veterans Administration Hospital.
Walkin' to New Orleans - Day 2
The Walkin' to New Orleans March started Tuesday the 14th of March in Mobile, Alabama and concluded on Sunday the 19th; with an Anniversary Anti-War Rally in Congo Square, New Orleans.
The marchers were war veterans from many wars and hurricane survivors from the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricane season who wished to draw attention to the cause and effect of having a currupt, profiteering government.
Mardi Gras 2006
One day of Culture and fun. Featuring: Tootie Montana, The North Side Skulls, Mardi Gras Indians, Krewe de Zombi, the Zulu parade, Mayor Nagin, Krewe de Woo Hoo ... WHIP ... Mom'n'em ... panties and interviews along the Mardi Gras parade route
Mardi Gras 2006
Much like the promises of FEMA, RED CROSS and the Politicians.... Mardi Gras, for some, was not exacatly like the postcard home.
Featuring Mayor Nagin, horsies, Rex and ICE.
A compilation of demonstrations and evictions in the 1st 4 months after Hurricane Katrina. Also, we hear from Katrina Evacuees in New York City about the ordeal and injustice involved in navigating the governments system of relief.
What You Need To Know About Your Government in Times of Crisis
20 more Hurricane Katrina / Rita Expose Videos
The reality of returning to your old flooded out apartment. In this case it was even on the 2nd floor. Imagine...
Eviction is the word of the day in New Orleans. Many landlords have taken to throwing tenants personal belonings on the sidewalk after an eviction notice has been tacked on their door for 5 days. Under normal conditions 5 days seems a little harsh if there is a lease involved; but in post Katrina New Orleans 5 days don't mean shit.
Chief Al Morris of Northside Skull and Bones Gang (Krewe not NWO) was illegally evicted from his New Orleans home by Igor Margan. Igor and his employee's are in possession of Chief Al's personal property and tools, severely limiting his ability to earn a living.
Boycott Igor Margan's businesses.
Check Point Charlie's and adjoining Tatoo Shop,
Igor's, Garlic Clove, Buddha Belly, Lucky's
I visited Waveland, Mississippi and found these Shrimpers who had ridden out the hurricane on their shrimping boats in order to save the boats. They tell their tale while unloading the days catch.
