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REPRESSION IN CHILE

WHEREAS, the American Federation of Teachers in 1974 condemned the repressive tactics of torture, murder, jailing of political prisoners, conducting of political trials, and denial of freedom of press, speech, and assembly by the military junta in Chile; and

WHEREAS, there has been no change in regard to the continued brutal treatment of Chileans despite the claims to the contrary by Secretary of Treasury William E. Simon, and the recent visit by Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, to Santiag

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers continue its call for the restoration of the civil and democratic rights of trade unions, political parties, and individuals; and

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers reiterates its call for the President and the Congress to cease rendering all aid and financial assistance to the Chilean military government until democracy is restored in Chile.

(1976)

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