Noam Chomsky

Brian Martin, Professor of Social Sciences, will introduce Chomsky's political thought and highlight its continued relevance to social movements in Australia. Wollongong activist Lindsay Hawkins will speak on the Liberal government's attacks on the public sector and rank and file organising. Meet on the McKinnon Lawn.

Organised by the Sydney Chomsky Forum - http://www.chomskyforum.ne?t/

Peter Slezak, Associate Professor in the school of History and Philosophy, will introduce the radical expanse of Chomsky's political thought. There will also be a Food Not Bombs food serving. Free.

Morven Brown rm 209

In recent years, Chomksy has put forward a piercing critique of the ecologically destructive nature of capitalism. He also offers ideas about how we can build a better future. Three speakers will explore his ideas and facilitate critical discussion. Erst Carmichael is a UWS lecturer in Literacy and Learning and a Blue Mountains community/environmental activist. Sid Parrissi has recently completed a Phd in Sustainability at UWS, and Simon Dougherty is a PhD scholar in Political and Social Thought at UWS. All welcome. Free.

Noam Chomsky will deliver the 2011 Sydney Peace Prize Lecture at Sydney Town Hall. For more info and ticket sales visit
http://www.sydneypeacefoundation.org.au/

For free events and more info check out http://www.chomskyforum.net

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