Zahra Kazemi is the new Roadsworth
Howdy!
First there was (is) L’Affaire Roadsworth, and now the city is screwing up again. This time they decided to censor Zahra Kazemi’s photos. Read about it here. (Hmmm, maybe the CBC arts coverage is getting better, two links from me, in one week!)
From what I understand, the Cote Saint Luc library asked Mr. Hashemi to exhibit his mother’s photographs there, and then took them down after receiving one (yes, that’s right, one, un, uno, 1) complaint. (I’d love to see how much that person donated to Mayor Robert Libman’s campaign.)
As we’ve been through this drill before, can I suggest that you email Mr. Libman, and tell him what you think? (aww heck, his phone number is: (514) 485-6936 give him a call)
And then, if you’d like to see Ms. Zahra Kazemi’s photos, click here, ok? Thanks.
Also, in the interest of full disclosure, I’ve spoken with St
Related posts:
Please keep us informed if there is any new development, especially if you end up taking over the exposition. That would be sweet.
“We strive to enrich the life of every person in our community by providing immediate access to the world’s most innovative ideas as well as its enduring wisdom. We promote lifelong learning, the love of reading and exploration of ideas, culture, art, music and knowledge in a welcoming, charming, unique, home-like atmosphere.”
HA!!