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October 2012 Issue 3

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RASTAFARI SPEAKS
The great nations of the world would do well to remember that in the modern age even their own fates are not wholly in their hands. Peace demands the united efforts of us all. Who can foresee what spark might ignite the fuse? It is not only the small and the weak who must scrupulously observe their obligations to the United Nations and to one another. Unless the smaller nations are accorded their proper voice in the settlement of the world's problems, unless the equality which Africa and Asia have struggled to attain is reflected in expanded membership in the institutions which make up the United Nations, confidence will come just that much harder. Unless the rights of the least of men are assiduously protected as those of the greatest, the seeds of confidence will fall on barren soil. The stakes are identical for every one of us: life or death. We all wish to live. We all seek a world in which men are freed of the burdens of ignorance, poverty, hunger and disease. We shall all be hard-pressed to escape the deadly rain of nuclear fall-out, should catastrophe overtake us.

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TRAITORS In the fight to reach the top the oppressed have always been encumbered by the traitors of their own race, made up of those of little faith and those who are generally susceptible to bribery for the selling out of the rights of their own people. As Negroes, we are not entirely free of such an encumbrance. To be outspoken, I believe we are more encumbered in this way than any other race in the world, because of the lack of training and preparation for fitting us for our place in the world among nations and races. The traitor of other races is generally confined to the mediocre or irresponsible individual, but, unfortunately, the traitors among the Negro race are generally to be found among the men highest placed in education and society, the fellows who call themselves leaders. For us to examine ourselves thoroughly as a people we will find that we have more traitors than leaders, because nearly everyone who essays to lead the race at this time does so by first establishing himself as the pet of some philanthropist of another race, to. whom he will go and debase his race in the worst form, humiliate his own manhood, and thereby win the sympathy of the "great benefactor", who will dictate to him what he should do in the leadership of the Negro race. It is generally "You must go out and teach your people to be meek and humble; tell them to be good servants, loyal and obedient to their masters. If you will teach them such a doctrine you can always depend on me to give you $1,000 a year or $5,000 a year for the support of yourself, the newspaper or the institution you represent. I will always recommend you to my friends as a good fellow who is all right," With this advice and prospect of patronage the average Negro leader goes out to lead the unfortunate mass. These leaders tell us how good Mr. So and So is, how many good friends we have in the opposite race, and that if we leave everything to them all will work out well. This is the kind of leadership we have been having for the last fifty years. It is nothing else but treachery and treason of the worst kind. The man who will compromise the attitude of his country is a traitor, and even so the man who will compromise the rights of his race can be classified in no other way than that of a traitor also. Not until we settle down as four hundred million people and let the men who have placed themselves in the lead of us realize that we are disgusted and dissatisfied, and that we shall have a leadership of our own and stick by it when we get it, will we be able to lift ourselves from this mire of degradation to the heights of prosperity, human liberty and human appreciation.

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RASTA CRITIC
INTERNAL CONFLICT
Salam Tenayistilingn Rastafari Glory to the Word Sound and Power of the Most Highest King of Kings Haile Selassie I Jah Rastafari. Thanks for life Iternal. Time is gliding on, from season to seasons, gliding on whether time is heeded or not, time is gliding on. Rastafari knows that it is a hard road to travel and a mighty long way to go. Many are the trials and tribulations we must bear and conquer. I sight that many so-called Rastafari Imples have become totally hypnotized and deeply caught by these masters of illusion, so much so, till that which gave us the initial fiyah light and blazing zeal, is daily being worn down, till most ones become fully frustrated, iritically demoralized and pessimistic as the new day dawns. Rastafari ones have become deeply entrenched in the lands of our captivity physically and mentally. Much of the witchcraft steadily being attached to I&I, is seemingly expanding at the quickest possible speed. The name Rastafari and the word disunity within itself is surely a paradoxical concept. Now, some YURUGU thing, has now taken form, and crept in from the dark murky shadows of the harlot mystery Babylon. That which was NOT, is NOW, and is in the forefront of the worlds portraying representation of I Rastafari. (be careful of this UNIVERSAL blah blah) It must be said, that this is not to discredit those Imples who have been upholding the integrity of truth and right from such time, til this time. These Imples, I am sure, are and have always been in the minority ones, even in the midst of great congregations. (despite hostile take overs and the like) These one never had any ulterior motives, never accepted bribe and never retreated on the battlefield of HIM Haile Selassie I. This paper is forwarded to all concerned ones within the fullness of Rastafari. I will not focus on the so-called multiple symptoms and manifestations of this disease. Instead focus on the very disease itself. Most of the fuckery is the manifestations of something much more deeper. A disease called FEAR. Fear? Some may say, Fear of what? mi nah fraid of Babylon, bun dem. Yeah Hottah coals!!! What I see is I&I afraid of we self and are we worst enemy. Man and man a champion freedom and liberation, within the irites of Ipatriation from the very day we have been stolen from the womb of mama Afrika and exiled in the concentration camps in the hells of the west. The example or comparison that I will use as an analogy is a very basic concept or idea. This has been highlighted in the western so-called pop-culture media, movie called Madagascar.

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RASTA CRITIC
Look at it. Our great fore-parents were kings, queens and rulers of the earth. This is the free lion, living in his natural environment, fully free, so much so that he didnt even realize it, as this was normalcy. Now the lions have been caged, exported and placed in the zoo for the entertainment and pleasure of their captors. These ones that never knew captivity and imprisonment remained restless, ever looking and fighting to escape from their captivity. Why? Because they knew what it meant to be free within every fiber of their being and would never be content as prisoners of war. These ones upon careful observation were increasingly demoralized till death is welcomed. Now during the captivity they are forced to breed and to bring cubs into this world of captivity. The young lions, look like lions, smell like lions and even roar like lions but yet are not lions within naturality. These cubs were born and raised in captivity and dont even know that they are captive. Very accustomed to the zookeeper bringing them their food at the appointed time along with whatever drugs to help keep them in this state. These lions are on display, paraded and even taught to ride a bike and perform every un-natural act for the benefit of the captors. (REGGAE INDUSTRY SUB-CULTURE) The zoo is all they have ever known and have ever actually experienced throughout their lives, so much so, that moving into a larger cage appears to be an upgrade that is greatly appreciated and lick the hand of the captors in thankfulness. Now observe how the cubs fuss and fight over the scraps that the zoo-keeper gives them. Fuss and fight for the best perceived place in the cage, and even will damage each-other in the vain attempt to be the favorite of the zoo-keeper. They treat each other with the most animosity and yet lick the hand of the keeper. There is something inside them that is conflicting in their inborn nature. Reality is based in perceptions. This forms the roots of values, beliefs and purpose. What you perceive is what you believe. Therefore the zoo keeper is always to benefit. Now take these aid lions born in captive, and transport them to the land of their origin and release them into Ethiopia / Afrika. These lions represent confusion and identity crisis. Again these said lions cannot rule as lions within their natural birthright. They carry with them the stain of the zoo-keeper fully emblazoned in their foreheads, similar to the Mark of the biblical Cain. Thus it is presently so with many of ones and one who sight themselves as so-called Rastas. What we observe is the manifestation of the symptoms. This is evident in almost every individual, group and faction. Still it remains to be the re-occurring questions as to why is it that Rastas cant get it together, and live and do that which is right and perfect altogether. One would imagine that we would be further along on the road of Afrikan Liberation and independence, from that time till now. The Faith, Courage and the Just Cause so necessary in this victory has never, and could never neither change, modify nor dilute.

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RASTA CRITIC
So, what is it, that is holding us into this position and condition? Yes, I heard you, yes I know, you said; Satan, da Debil, and Babylon. So what is it? The wicked dun finally conquer Rasta? The whole thing dun mash-up? Rastafari is da loser? HIM is just some pipe dream in a cloud a ganja smoke? Trust me, I dont take no pleasure in saying these things. For I, after 33 years, this is shameful, lyah, and touch I personal. So dont take this like some personal vindictiveness against I&I. It is much higher and deeper than that. For this reasoning is in the realms of I&I looking honestly at ourselves. Learn from our errors, love one another and fulfill da livity and work. A so it go. Anyway, the internal conflict must be confronted and eliminated from the mind of I&I people. If one never truly tasted, smelled, or even lived in a sovereign free heights of independence and self-sufficiency? How do you go about attaining it? HIM again said with reference to African Liberation that UNITY IS THE ONLY ACCEPTED GOAL. So herein lays the agenda, which is in the heights of Jah will help those who are willing to help themselves. We must take responsibility for our destiny. This is where the fear lays. Why? Because basically it means that you got to be a real man now, you got to be a real woman now. Which means you must be a god or goddess inna earth. No one or nothing to blame. So if its Repatriation or Zion-ites a one is sighting, then it is your responsibility to make it happen. Straight. Sizzla and Snoop Lion? Whatever happened to Marcus Garvey? Not Garvey the person, but what Garvey REPRESENT and STAND FOR among Rastafari groundings. Black fe Black, kin fe kin. Overlooking this foundation is the main venue for DA CREEP-UP to come CREEP-IN. The mixed up moods, attitudes and the GREAT AMALGAMATION, THE ABOMINATION OF DESOLATION, which result in stagnation of white -supremacy and so-called jew-menati take-over. This is easily seen taking place globally. Whatever a one may have to say against Garvey the man, irrespective he was a man who brought forth a plan and program for blacks globally. Many of his detractors have yet to come with anything greater, so no need to debate Garvey the person as Garvey roused us to the responsibility as Blackman and women to take our rightful place in this world, second and inferior to no other race, which will always be to his credit among his life and work. Also this is another symptom of the fear that results in internal conflict. Until next timePeace and love to all and malice to none, Rastafari.

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BACK O WALL
Ancient Ras Irice
Back O Wall, with my own self interpretation, I see that we are behind the civilization of what going on. We just behind the wall. You dont have any use because the interpretation when you follow it up, it is a slum, and the occupants of it are the destitute ones them. Their identity is from slavery. So the colonialism allow that to take place. The kind of colonial society at that time, then Back O Wall would be a proper name used for our livity in our encampment. Back O Wall, for I, is a University of higher learning. It keep you in touch with you African lifestyle. The inhabitance of Back O' Wall was a mixed group. The people there are peasants. In that peasantry you have the political force, people whom the politicians depend on when the voting time comes around, then you have cultural people, people is like pocomania. You can trace pocomania and find out that its origin is not western, but African culture, but certain ones have not gone that dimension to find out that is our own thing. African life-style is build up upon various different segments of lifestyle. Therefore you have the Rasta, which was the strongest cultural group from Back O' Wall. Where Prince Emanuel was abiding was not known as Back O' Wall. That section is over Grass Yard, adjoining to Ackee Walk, because you have Back O' Wall, Ackee Walk, and Grass Yard in that vicinity, different from For Sure Road, you have Shanty Town and Moon Light City out at Hunts Bay. Spanish Town Road, just at the roundabout, where the market vicinity is Moon Light City. When we do Nyah Binghi out there and the moon shine you dont need nothing, no bottle lamp nor candle light. Often times, the Nyah Binghi was held at Back O' Wall. Even when Jamaica got independence in 1962, I and Bongo Tawney and brethren such as Ras Rupert and other brethren went to Murray Mountain, also known as Mt. Mariah, in St Anns. We reason with one brethren better known as CCC, and discuss matters to host a seven-light Ises in Back O' Wall, which we did, but before then and after, several Binghi was held there. The courtyard, is large with all the buildings around it, represent a village to us with brethren living in a certain circle. During the night and day, Binghi was held in Back O' Wall. It was not, wait until two day time situation. For instance, we were coming from Warrika Hill, seventeen of us walking on Windward Road, my encampment, and we reach out at bump by the church, we hear the shout Fiyaaah. The people easily recognized who we were by voices, they knew that it was Ras Iris and group from Warrika Hill, and as soon as we reached Egypt, ones came out up to welcome us. The reasoning then starts, and ended continuous chanting at the same place.

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His only distinction maybe expulsion from His University or One totally disregard the Logic's and the Truth of his own discovery of true Self. The Africans both at Home and abroad have Some very interesting Story To Tell the World how he or she Survive the test of liquidation of the Race through an applied System Some of our Most Learned Brothers of our Race Have Blinded the eyes and mind of the Vision of Realization. Africans are learning there Lessons well through the mistakes of these opportunist. The Real face of our trainers are now showing up in the Arenas. Like a Matador without a sword and Mad Bulls who are well Trained to distroy the Matador at Sight. In other words Colour Blind Bull. Watching a bull kill an unarmed Matador is a much appreciated sport in the eyes and heart of those who promote such sport. Something of attraction is needed to tempt the Bull to be in rage being furious the Bull alway develope a killing instinct. A bit of Silk is introduce but is has a particular colour. Red: Racial Relationship is also a Sophisticated term for this tyranny. Does the Colonial Government had any right to colonialize the African people? No; What will be the expectation of these Colonialist from the wrong upbringing of a Race of people. Many contributors of peace find it very hard to give there true worth under the circumstances of Racism. The African seem to have no right to think for himself with out being advise how to think and what better for him. It may be true in Saying that Africa is not fully develope. Why is Africa not yet develope? because they The Africans have a traditional pattern of developement which is being interfered with by ailen Nations. The pace ofdevelopement with the limited amount of Technology is known to be the greatest Set back. Yet the period of great expectation is at Hand. The Scheme of Socially braking away from these System, is to be perpetuated by a New African Govt.

The Earth Most Strangest Man: The Rastafarian by Mortimo Planno

Revolutionary Movements. How will the Africans approach this liberation struggle? How will those Africans being in the Western Hemisphere approach the same struggle of Liberation. The System that has created all these problems also know to Counter attack the Said System and establish effective Control. Here is where this danger word Revolution comes in: This word Revolution has many difinition: but the real meaning of Revolution is, braking away from the Colonial System, which Seems undetectable in the eyes of those opportunist who does not care at who's or what expenses they haved, Materially achieved there desires. How well we understand? Colonialism have many applicable forms of Exploitations. These forms are created and enacted by Colonialist with different or Similar dispositions. The French Colonials, The British Colonial, The Beligans Colonial and the American Colonials to Mention a few of the Colonialist with both different and Similar disposition, and the people of Africa with Conflicting Colonial Ideas that have to be understood by all Concern Both the Colonialist and the Colonials. Boast not thy self of how much you are British, French, Belgium, or Americaly Trained or Educated. By chance one of the Colonials should complete Studies in a particular Subject and should be distinguished

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RALAK HAS COME A LONG WAY IN 2012

To be a Rasta one must love THE TRUTH and not contend with THE TRUTH.
In keeping with the urgent Pan-African necessity of bringing Africans together to address the concerns of Africans, the Interfaith Dialogue which is an integral part of RALAK accomplished this mission superbly, bringing together Africans of different cultural traditions with the common overstanding that ARTIFICIAL differences must not be allowed to prevent Africans from working together for the common goal of African liberation. This is a great step from the first days of RALAK in the mountains of North Carolina when the emphasis seemed to be on FACILITATING INTEGRATION as indicated in statements such as "Reasoning needs to be on how InI represent InI Message as to Co creating Unity and Love for all Colors and Creeds. Obviously the predominant perspective at that time was that there is a greater need for cultivating black and white love and unity. Also when in the context of a multiracial assembly as indicated in the photos below one hears frequent proclamations of adherence to the golden rule of loving everybody one cannot help but assume that at that time integration was the name of the tune. However unlike in former times, there was never any indication that the focus of RALAK IN 2012 was on getting validation from the pope by proving allegiance to the golden rules of loving everybody that slave masters love to know their slaves are keeping up. In this time, as it ought to be, the focus of RALAK was centered un-apologetically on bridging the artificial divides that have been placed between Africans for the purpose of maintaining the Slave-masters domination. Red gold and green stood proudly together with the red black and green and the flag of the African union, and nowhere was there to be seen the red white and blue that once made its appearance in days of old. here was no entrance of the forces of brutality at any time in the program, so if you are an African who knows the track record of the red white and blue, and your blood tingles at the sight of the mark of the Beast, and you had some apprehension about CIA penetration, your fears would have been allayed this time. RALAK today looks much more like a movement of African people concerned about African liberation from red white and blue domination.

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There are also other encouraging signs that RALAK has evolved: Back then in the mountains of North Carolina, holding1 minute of silence for 911 victims and US war casualties, and veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan, was seen as the politically correct thing to do. That was indeed a strange phenomenon, because the Rasta and the Pope were sharing the same perspective, jointly making holy the life of the invading soldier that followed to the death the devil's orders faithfully , and thereby defending the forces of brutality. Such departures from critical African liberation thinking made one wonder then if this was a strategy to get validation from the Pope so that one would be DEEMED WORTHY TO RECEIVE GRANTS. It would appear that it never occurred to anyone at that time that an African that is in love with justice and in love with the cause of enslaved ancestors would be thinking in a way that is far different from the mind of a Bush or A Reagan. Such an enlightened one would be holding instead a moments silence for the millions that have perished in The Middle Passage, those that perished in the hells of plantation slavery, and those that are perishing all over the globe today because of the continuing violence of the forces of slavery and colonialism. It was early detection of such misguided priorities that prompted the writing of the article "Who is determining the Rasta-man's priorities nowadays." Being a servant of justice, A Rasta is supposed to put todays issues in their proper historical context and not join the Popes bandwagon. Such a trend of identifying with the forces of invasion and brutality would uncharacteristically lead the Rasta to mourn for the death of The Invader and care little for the millions that are murdered by the wars of invasion. But lack of economic independence on the part of Africans is always forcing the African to sing strange songs that do not belong to him. In many ways this lingering oppressive shadow is always forcing the African to depart from his true historical obligation. This is an issue that all Black movements must face, for eventually they are confronted with the question: HOW LOW ARE YOU PREPARED TO GO TO GET THE POPE'S validation? Can you build a true African liberation movement on grants? and what is the nature of that progress that must be continually fueled by grant infusions? As usual, when the festivals are over Africans are still faced with the fact that in every part of the globe the African is still being forced to run errands and perform tricks for Uropeans. And this is causing so much character deformation that it is quite likely that the question will soon have to be asked:IS THIS STILL RASTA? The observance of silence that Rasta must keep is a different kind of silence. Rasta cannot uphold the same evil symbolism that is endorsed by the one-sided demonic attitude of the US patriot who values the life of those in US uniform and completely disregards the millions of other casualties as mere collateral damage. While such symbolism may present one's movement favorably in the eyes of the powers of imperialism, they place those that uphold them squarely in the bloody shoes of the Bushes and the Reagans.

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In an entertainment-addicted culture there are many that get caught up in the throb of musical instruments, and are fascinated by the holding of festivals. Such a culture breeds a mind that is blinded by its need to have a good time, and the slave-masters counter-intelligence forces know it well. The pulsating electronic rhythms are apt to drift the attention of the masses from the sinister footnotes that betray spirit and intent. But it must be said that in 2012 evolution has taken place, and thanks to those that labored, the right footnotes appear to have been put in place. Is it because of venue relocation, or is it because the harsh words of constructive criticism are bearing fruit in their season? TIME WILL TELL. Footnote: To be a Rasta one must love THE TRUTH and not contend with THE TRUTH. Never should we adopt The Devils stance and make it look like it is my truth and your truth. That serves only The Devils purposes, and the spirit of Rasta will not be happy with that. Ashe. Ras Jahaziel September 30 2012

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HOT FIYA!
One Perfect love and blessings in the house of Jah Rastafari and Empress Menen .InI have seen many Rastafari fighting for power, but know not the hour. They all seem to be fighting for a parcel of land in Babylon, but that will not solve InI problem. It never did in the past and will not change now. Begging political favors will not solve InI problems. Remember, never let a politician grant you a favor; they will always use you forever. Seen Fiya? There seems to be a game going on of who will out smart who, or is it one of who will bell the cat? I man trying to figure it out. There are many hidden agendas, that were once stored in the head space, now seem to be exposed in the open. Is this an ambush, a coup, or an open attack on your own people? The all mansions organization will eventually lose its stripe of Integrity if this trend is allowed continue. They seem to be running many red lights on the trod. Very soon their aspiration for Rastafari leadership will blow up in smoke, or maybe they dont care what the Global Rastafari think about them. They all seem to be so comfortable splashing their internal disputes across the four corners of the earth. Hot Fiya! Check it, the concept of Rastafari is not me and you, or me against you. It is a concept of integrity and righteous commitment to progressive and upful living and Ivine governance. Some individuals will foolishly allow position in administration to get into their heads. Many are not governed by a code of conduct, and therefore it becomes a free for all mentality, or the man with the most clout, rule. These are the same ones who will eventually stand on the floor at the detriment of the organization. Many have not adopted any example of leadership set out by Qidamawi Haile Selassie, so how they expect to lead InI? The wise will always avoid the path of sudden destruction and be among the few I-lected to carry on the duty of African Liberation. The internet should not be used to splash Rastafari internal disputes; it is time to wave the red flag of disgust. It seems like some have no shame and delight in the new found fun. Well it is not funny. These so called leaders, self appointed to say the least, really have a big ego. However, they will soon realize the damage they have caused, or maybe they wont. They seem not to recognize the importance of public relations or international relations within their organization. Who will do the damage control now that the bird has flown the coop? It will be difficult for any Rastafari organization to get membership, to be accepted, or to represent the Rastafari Diaspora interests, if these distasteful and unpleasant acts keeps surfing the net.

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Rastafari fight must not or should not be for an outpost on an Island. The fight must be for the mass movement for African Liberation. The fight for Repatriation and Reparation is not on the horizon and internal strife will not bring it any closer. I-man just cant see the logic for the behavior of those who were entrusted with the governance of Rastafari affairs. The camp is being invaded, and many now find themselves fighting over scraps of food that cannot satisfy the hunger of those many that were deprived of it and shelter, for over five hundred years and counting. Its full time to be about my Fathers business, and not be blinded by ones and ones reflection in a flash of power struggle. More Fiya! WHO THE CAP FIT!!!! Guidance and Itection Ras Flako Tafari

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