Title:
No compromise : memoir
Author:
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Publication Date:
2021
Publication Information:
Vancouver, B.C. : Walhachin Press, 2021
Physical Description:
175 pages : portrait ; 21 cm
ISBN:
9781777582302
Abstract:
"Ever challenging social and economic inequality, John Jensen placed his imprint on northwestern British Columbia. From Terrace, for four decdes, Jensen used his position within the labour union movement to take charge and take action in marches, walkouts and protests for all manner of social justice and human rights issues - while also setting up a program of labour studies at the local college. Early on, he supported the land claims aspirations of the Nisga'a people. His is a powerful legacy. And his memior speaks directly to a new generation of social activists."-- Back cover.
General Note:
Title from cover.
Contents:
Foreword -- Introduction -- Stealing guns from Nazis -- The sea, the sea -- The Danish Navy and a new country -- North to Kitimat -- Back to work - or not -- Foreign affairs -- Ginger Goodwin -- Health and safety -- Kitimat Hotel -- Politics -- Recognizing women -- State of the union -- Hollywood Hospital -- Minette Bay -- Academics at the rifle range -- Brand new college -- On the water: Hartley Bay -- Messing with boats -- Niisga'a highway -- Schools and quarries -- Taking actions: Skeenaview, Terraceview -- Sustainable way of life -- We had a "voice" -- Appendix: Timeline -- Appendix: In his own words -- Appendix: Joahn Jensen credo -- Appendix: Cast of characters.
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Language:
English
