13 December 2003

The Wheels of Justice countrywide bus tour recently has been accused of espousing anti-Semitism for its attempt to educate Californians about the current realities of life in Iraq and Palestine. A Davis High School teacher who had invited people on the tour to speak to six of his and his colleagues’ classes was forced to withdraw the invitation due to pressure from some Davis residents.

“Operating on the dual pillars of universal human rights and nonviolence, the Wheels of Justice tour brings into communities eyewitnesses who have seen the effects of war and occupation on civilian populations in Iraq and Palestine,” said John Farrell, a speaker on the tour. “Our programs have included multimedia presentations, talks and nonviolence education at public schools, churches, and community centers.”