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THE FEED
More than 500 letters were created as part of the Dec. 6 Write For Rights event at Mangiamo's, as part of Human Rights Week /Amnesty International -- Grand Rapids
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INTERVIEW
The global concerns of the human rights watch group Amnesty International are getting attention right here in Grand Rapids. A local chapter of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization has again formed, taking on issues such as injustices against prisioners and journalists, and defending basic rights including access to safe water.
Local organizer James Quatrine talks about some of the recent activities of the the new group, including a Write For Rights project that generated 500 letters seeking the release of 15 prisoners A.I. considers unjustly held. Quatrine invites anyone interested to get involved with the newly re-formed Amnesty International -- Grand Rapids.
MUSIC
Bob Dylan, with his song "Chimes of Freedom" is featured this week. Dozens of musicians have gathered to create a disc by the same name, covering Dylan songs, as a new fundraiser for Amnesty International.
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