Saturday, March 07, 2015

UC IRVINE BANS "IMPERIALIST" AMERICAN FLAG FROM "INCLUSIVE" SPACES

The official resolution reads (in part):
Whereas flags not only serve as symbols of patriotism or weapons for nationalism, but also construct cultural mythologies and narratives that in turn charge nationalistic sentiments. 
Whereas the American flag has been flown in instances of colonialism and imperialism. 
Whereas symbolism has negative and positive aspects that are interpreted differently by individuals. 
Whereas designing a culturally inclusive space is taken seriously by ASUCI 
Whereas the removal of barriers is the best option at promoting an inclusive space. 
Whereas it is a psychological effect for individuals to identify negative aspects of a space rather than positive ones. 
Whereas freedom of speech, in a space that aims to be as inclusive as possible can be interpreted as hate speech. 
Let it be resolved that ASUCI make every effort to make the Associated Students main lobby space as inclusive as possible. 
Let it further be resolved that no flag, of any nation, may be hanged on the walls of the Associate Student main lobby space. 
Let it be further be resolved that if a decorative item is in the Associate student lobby space and issues arise, the solution will be to remove the item if there is considerable request to do so.
Last month, UC Schools voted to "divest from America".

America, and it's State Governments should divest from these schools.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

All federal funds supporting UC Irvine should be refunded and no further federal funds allocated to UC Irvine until they come to their senses. But don't hold your breath