Twenty-six years after the 8888 Uprising, the people of Burma say they are still fighting to establish an independent and fair democratic system.
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Three prisoners from 2007 uprising released
Sept 10, 2009 (DVB), Three people imprisoned after allegedly speaking to foreign media prior to the September 2007 uprising have been released, despite a police crackdown in the lead up…
Monks intimidated close to 2007 anniversary
Sept 3, 2009 (DVB), Several Burmese monks have been arrested and others intimidated by authorities as the two-year anniversary of the September 2007 uprising approaches, according to sources inside Burma.…
Remembering 88: Fighting for what is ours
Ye Thu Aug 8, 2008 (DVB), Twenty years ago this week in Rangoon, the air was filled with intensity and excitement , there was a light of hope shining brightly…
Remembering 88: Voices of a new generation
Beth Macdonald Aug 8, 2008 (DVB), The 88 Generation is a group proud of its accomplishments in the uprising on 8 August 1988, and equally proud of the backing it…