In the aftermath of the Parole Board Commission's announcement that Leonard Peltier would not be granted parole, supporters of Peltier have been focusing their energy on President Barack Obama in the hopes of attaining a presidential pardon. September 12 was Peltier's 65th birthday, and vigils were held around the world. Also, Ben Carnes and Robert Fife concluded an eight-day fast for his release, while Peltier's sister, Betty Peltier-Solano, had chained herself to a fence in Washington, D.C.
Here in Los Angeles, a vigil and rally took place at Nahui Ohlin in Echo Park (see:
www.myspace.com/nahuiohlin and
www.facebook.com/nahuiohlin). There was drumming and singing, and messages could be sent to Peltier vis-a-vis his family.
Full report: Rally for Leonard Peltier by RP
Los Angeles Vigil for Leonard Peltier's Birthday-- And His Freedom