"Over the course of the past fourteen years I have lived a life dedicated to peaceful activism in social, environmental and political realms. I have followed a path dedicated to the Buddhist and Essene religions for several years. These faiths are committed to a life of peaceful existence, expressing honour, respect and care for every living thing, both human and non-human. Every thought, action, word, purchase and food choice is considered with regard to the impact on the earth and any suffering that may be caused as a consequence. The U.S. government and media have attempted to brand me a “terrorist”. I cannot think of a label that is more contrary to the truth. I am a pacifist." Tre Arrow
"Environmentalist and refugee hopeful, Tre Arrow has been incarcerated in Canada since March of 2004. He is being imprisoned while appealing extradition to the United States. Tre came to Canada hoping to escape persecution in the United States. The US government is laying charges that would see him locked up for the rest of his life if convicted. After working tirelessly for years to protect some of the only ancient forests left in the North Western U.S., Tre had become an extremely well-known and important organizer. Like other peaceful organizers, Tre found himself at the forefront of an environmental movement which successfully interfered with industrial powers; he therefore became a target. ...
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