Dear friends across Spain,
The news is in -- Judge Garzón is to be tried on charges that could end his career, inflicting a fresh blow to the credibility of our justice system. A decision on whether to suspend his license is expected imminently.
The main charge , brought by extreme right lobby groups, is that he violated the 1977 Amnesty Law by investigating crimes against humanity -- including the disappearance of tens of thousands of people, during the civil war and its aftermath. But crimes against humanity cannot be amnestied under international law.
The Supreme Court now faces a historic choice: uphold the rule of law, or allow ideology and impunity to triumph over justice. They are under enormous pressure to bring Garzón down, but a massive public outcry could tip the balance. More than 70,000 of us have already raised our voices for democracy and universal human rights -- let's deliver a 100,000-strong petition the General Council of the Judiciary and the Supreme Court this week. We have only days left -- sign the petition now and then help spread the word.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
Whatever we think of Garzon, he has gained a reputation for his relentless efforts to seek justice, pursue brutal dictators, terrorists, drug mafias and corrupt politicians.
But the Supreme Court has admitted three complaints against him, two of which could impact on two crucial investigations for our democracy: the case of crimes against humanity, and the Gürtel case, one of the largest bribery and corruption scandals in our recent history.
The crimes against humanity case is straight forward -- these crimes are of such gravity that international law does not permit accused perpetrators to hide behind national amnesty laws, even if this law played a role at the time of our political transition.
If the court removes Garzon's license it will be undermining their commitment to universal human rights and with it our faith in the judicial system. Act now! Sign the petition and share this message with all your friends and family:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
This petition is about all of us, beyond our political or party allegiances, defending our democracy, which is already weakened by an acute economic and political crisis and a plague of corruption. Only through bold citizens' actions can we ensure that our political leaders and institutions work for the common good. This is our moment! Click below to sign now:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
With determination,
Luis, Alice, Benjamin, Iain, Ricken, Paul and the entire Avaaz team.
More information:
The New York Times, "An Injustice in Spain":
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/09/opinion/09fri2.html
The Financial Times, "Garzón at bay":
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/e8bfb99c-4b16-11df-a7ff-00144feab49a.html
The Economist, "Judge Not:
http://www.economist.com/world/europe/displaystory.cfm?story_id=15875987
The Globe and Mail, "Political storm over Spain's Most famous judge"
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/incoming/political-storm-over-spains-most-famous-judge/article1493634/
Crimes of War Project: "Spain's Memory War: Judge Halts Attempt to Enforce Justice for Franco's Killings"
http://www.crimesofwar.org/onnews/news-spain.html
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-------- Dear friends,
has already been confirmed, the Supreme Court sit on the bench to Judge Garzon, in a process that could end his judicial career, and incidentally strike again the credibility of our judicial system. The decision on suspension could occur imminently.
The main charge driven right-wing groups, argues that he violated the 1977 Amnesty Law to investigate possible crimes against humanity, including the disappearance of tens of thousands of people during the civil war and its aftermath. But the truth is that these crimes against humanity can not be subject to an amnesty, in accordance with international law.
The Supreme Court faces a historic decision: uphold the rule of law, or allow ideology and impunity prevail over justice. Tribunal members are under enormous pressure to disable Garzon, but a massive public outcry could tip the balance in favor of justice. More than 70,000 of us have raised our voices in defense of democracy and universal human rights. Let this week delivered a petition of 100,000 signatures the General Council of Judicial Power. Sign the petition now and forward this message to everyone you know:
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
Beyond personal opinions and tastes , the fact is that Judge Garzon has built a reputation for his relentless efforts in pursuit of cruel dictators, terrorists, drug gangs and political corrupt.
But the Supreme Court has admitted three complaints against him, two of which could affect the course of two investigations crucial to democracy in Spain : the case for alleged atrocities in the civil war and during the dictatorship, Gürtel and the case against one of the biggest political corruption schemes in our history.
The debate on the investigation of alleged crimes against humanity is a complex but straight forward. Because of its special gravity international law does not allow those suspected of such crimes to hide behind national amnesty laws, even If this law played an important role in periods of political transition.
If the court removes Garzón of their duties on the basis of these considerations, will weaken our commitment to universal human rights and therefore, our faith in our judicial system. Act now and share this message with all your friends and family:
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
This case will have an impact on something that affects us all, above party or political leanings: the defense of our democracy, increasingly depressed by the acute crisis and the scourge of corruption. Only the courage and action of citizens we ensure that our political leaders and institutions react and get to work for the common good. It is our responsibility. Click to sign the petition and help gather 100,000 signatures, it also sends this message to all your friends and acquaintances.
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
With determination,
Louis, Alice, Benjamin, Iain, Ricken, Paul and the whole Avaaz team .
More information:
Estrella Digital, "The case Garzón, José Oneto:
http://www.estrelladigital.es/ED/09-05-28/152890.asp
El Mundo, "The Financial Times defends Garzón" http
: / / www.elmundo.es/elmundo/2010/04/19/espana/1271668728.html
Barometer social climate, "61% believed that Judge Garzon pursued and 64% say that justice is politicized, "
http://www.elpais.com/articulo/espana/61/cree/persigue/juez/Garzon/elpepiesp/20100307elpepinac_8/Tes
Intereconomía," The secretary general of the Basque PP says' no has neither head nor tail "the Garzón procesamiendo ':
Http://www.intereconomia.com/noticias-gaceta/politica/secretario-general-del-pp-vasco-dice-que-no-tiene-ni-pies-ni-cabeza-procesa?page=8
El País, "Garzon before his judges", article by Javier Pradera on three complaints filed against Judge Garzon, including the shocking case on Gürtel:
http://www.elpais.com/articulo/espana / Garzon/jueces/elpepiopi/20100303elpepinac_10/Tes /
Public
, "The prosecution refused to suspend the functions of Garzón"
http://www.publico.es/espana/293322/fiscalia/apoya/suspension/ functions / garzon
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It's amazing! Over 70.000 of us Already Have signed a petition to the Supreme Court urging Them to uphold the rule of law in the Cases Against Garzón. Below Sign the petition and let's Deliver 100.000 signatures to the President of the Supreme Court and the Judiciary Council this week. We have only days left!:  |
The main charge , brought by extreme right lobby groups, is that he violated the 1977 Amnesty Law by investigating crimes against humanity -- including the disappearance of tens of thousands of people, during the civil war and its aftermath. But crimes against humanity cannot be amnestied under international law.
The Supreme Court now faces a historic choice: uphold the rule of law, or allow ideology and impunity to triumph over justice. They are under enormous pressure to bring Garzón down, but a massive public outcry could tip the balance. More than 70,000 of us have already raised our voices for democracy and universal human rights -- let's deliver a 100,000-strong petition the General Council of the Judiciary and the Supreme Court this week. We have only days left -- sign the petition now and then help spread the word.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
Whatever we think of Garzon, he has gained a reputation for his relentless efforts to seek justice, pursue brutal dictators, terrorists, drug mafias and corrupt politicians.
But the Supreme Court has admitted three complaints against him, two of which could impact on two crucial investigations for our democracy: the case of crimes against humanity, and the Gürtel case, one of the largest bribery and corruption scandals in our recent history.
The crimes against humanity case is straight forward -- these crimes are of such gravity that international law does not permit accused perpetrators to hide behind national amnesty laws, even if this law played a role at the time of our political transition.
If the court removes Garzon's license it will be undermining their commitment to universal human rights and with it our faith in the judicial system. Act now! Sign the petition and share this message with all your friends and family:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
This petition is about all of us, beyond our political or party allegiances, defending our democracy, which is already weakened by an acute economic and political crisis and a plague of corruption. Only through bold citizens' actions can we ensure that our political leaders and institutions work for the common good. This is our moment! Click below to sign now:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
With determination,
Luis, Alice, Benjamin, Iain, Ricken, Paul and the entire Avaaz team.
More information:
The New York Times, "An Injustice in Spain":
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/09/opinion/09fri2.html
The Financial Times, "Garzón at bay":
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/e8bfb99c-4b16-11df-a7ff-00144feab49a.html
The Economist, "Judge Not:
http://www.economist.com/world/europe/displaystory.cfm?story_id=15875987
The Globe and Mail, "Political storm over Spain's Most famous judge"
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/incoming/political-storm-over-spains-most-famous-judge/article1493634/
Crimes of War Project: "Spain's Memory War: Judge Halts Attempt to Enforce Justice for Franco's Killings"
http://www.crimesofwar.org/onnews/news-spain.html
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-------- Dear friends,
| Awesome! More than 70,000 of us have already signed the petition asking ensure the independence of the judiciary and respect the laws applicable in the case against Judge Garzon. Sign the petition below. We can still deliver 100,000 signatures the Supreme Court and the Supreme Judicial Council this week. |
The main charge driven right-wing groups, argues that he violated the 1977 Amnesty Law to investigate possible crimes against humanity, including the disappearance of tens of thousands of people during the civil war and its aftermath. But the truth is that these crimes against humanity can not be subject to an amnesty, in accordance with international law.
The Supreme Court faces a historic decision: uphold the rule of law, or allow ideology and impunity prevail over justice. Tribunal members are under enormous pressure to disable Garzon, but a massive public outcry could tip the balance in favor of justice. More than 70,000 of us have raised our voices in defense of democracy and universal human rights. Let this week delivered a petition of 100,000 signatures the General Council of Judicial Power. Sign the petition now and forward this message to everyone you know:
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
Beyond personal opinions and tastes , the fact is that Judge Garzon has built a reputation for his relentless efforts in pursuit of cruel dictators, terrorists, drug gangs and political corrupt.
But the Supreme Court has admitted three complaints against him, two of which could affect the course of two investigations crucial to democracy in Spain : the case for alleged atrocities in the civil war and during the dictatorship, Gürtel and the case against one of the biggest political corruption schemes in our history.
The debate on the investigation of alleged crimes against humanity is a complex but straight forward. Because of its special gravity international law does not allow those suspected of such crimes to hide behind national amnesty laws, even If this law played an important role in periods of political transition.
If the court removes Garzón of their duties on the basis of these considerations, will weaken our commitment to universal human rights and therefore, our faith in our judicial system. Act now and share this message with all your friends and family:
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
This case will have an impact on something that affects us all, above party or political leanings: the defense of our democracy, increasingly depressed by the acute crisis and the scourge of corruption. Only the courage and action of citizens we ensure that our political leaders and institutions react and get to work for the common good. It is our responsibility. Click to sign the petition and help gather 100,000 signatures, it also sends this message to all your friends and acquaintances.
http://www.avaaz.org/es/stand_with_garzon/?cl=546001085&v=5948
With determination,
Louis, Alice, Benjamin, Iain, Ricken, Paul and the whole Avaaz team .
More information:
Estrella Digital, "The case Garzón, José Oneto:
http://www.estrelladigital.es/ED/09-05-28/152890.asp
El Mundo, "The Financial Times defends Garzón" http
: / / www.elmundo.es/elmundo/2010/04/19/espana/1271668728.html
Barometer social climate, "61% believed that Judge Garzon pursued and 64% say that justice is politicized, "
http://www.elpais.com/articulo/espana/61/cree/persigue/juez/Garzon/elpepiesp/20100307elpepinac_8/Tes
Intereconomía," The secretary general of the Basque PP says' no has neither head nor tail "the Garzón procesamiendo ':
Http://www.intereconomia.com/noticias-gaceta/politica/secretario-general-del-pp-vasco-dice-que-no-tiene-ni-pies-ni-cabeza-procesa?page=8
El País, "Garzon before his judges", article by Javier Pradera on three complaints filed against Judge Garzon, including the shocking case on Gürtel:
http://www.elpais.com/articulo/espana / Garzon/jueces/elpepiopi/20100303elpepinac_10/Tes /
Public
, "The prosecution refused to suspend the functions of Garzón"
http://www.publico.es/espana/293322/fiscalia/apoya/suspension/ functions / garzon
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Support the Avaaz community! 're Entirely Funded by donations and Receive no money from governments or Corporations. Our dedicated team Ensures Even the Smallest Contributions go a long way - donate here.
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