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Free Speech TV — Here's a progressive site that takes full advantage of the technology of the net. If your browser has the RealVideo plug-in, you can watch hundreds of political video documentaries on your computer screen (you can download RealVideo from the site if you don't have it). There is a search engine so you can scan Free Speech TV's archives for the topic of your choice. There are new features every week. The latest is a video interview with the Zapatistas' Subcomandante Marcos. Coming soon is an interactive documentary about the McLibel case.

Global warming: an African perspective — The African-based NGO Enda Tiers Monde , based in Dakar, is one of the largest, with branches all over the Third World. Climate change is one of the issues ETM is working on, and it has created a climate change resource page for African countries on the internet. The first page of this resource, dealing with the science of climate change, is now up at: . There are also pages devoted to desertification and renewable energy.

Political Cartoons — A great collection of political and left cartoons can be found at .

International Viewpoint's Chiapas solidarity page — The news magazine of the revolutionary socialist Fourth International has created a page to build solidarity with the struggle of the people of southern Mexico. It includes background information, statements from the Zapatistas and a section for solidarity and protest messages. Visit it at .

Information on breast implants — "Women implanted with silicone (gel or solid-shell) breast implants: Our suffering is not only physical but psychological as well. You, women who need information and support. You, husbands who are overwhelmed by the pain endured by your beloved wife. You, children who are witnessing the slow death of the mother who gave you life. You, children who were exposed to silicone in the womb and/or through breast feeding. You, fathers and mothers who are grieving your daughter's suffering and feel unable to help. You, friends who try to find the magical words to bring back your once healthy friend. You, doctors, scientists, and governmental officials who believe and understand our pain and our anger. Help us bring hope

and support to the women implanted with silicone breast implants. Publicise and visit ."

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