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| Hundreds of Brazilian eco-activists at risk of assassination, report says | |
| 12/22 |
Working to save Brazil's rainforests, as well as its land, air, and water is a dangerous pursuit, putting at least 260 environmental and human-rights activists at risk of assassination, according to a new report by the Catholic Land Commission. The report's release coincides with the 20th anniversary of the assassination of activist Chico Mendes, who worked to preserve Brazil's rainforests and unionize rubber tappers. Grist link |
History
Chico Mendes was killed protecting the Brazilian Rain Forest. Sadly, activists there are still in danger.
Fordlandia: The Rise and Fall of Henry Ford's Forgotten Jungle City By Greg Grandin. (Includes excerpt and audio interview with author).
Insatiable Appetite by Richard Tucker covers a number of tropical resources, including rubber, bananas and coffee. Used as a text in Core.
