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00522: Re: WDDM future

From: "M. Kolar" <wddm(at)mkolar.org>
Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 00:55:27 -0700
Subject: Re: WDDM future

OK, a few people already responded to the poll itself.
I thought that you will first collectively check/update the wording of my
questions, so that there is no personal bias of mine in the poll questions.
Maybe it was too a complicated procedure, the rest may go ahead with
answering the poll if they wish, too, right away.
The main thing for the beginning is to share what is the reason for WDDM to
exists, what is your vision for it, what practical could we achieve (give your
suggestions).
I will be probably without Internet for the next 5 days, so have a Merry
Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa/etc....

Mirek

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Cooperative economics:

KWANZAA, an African-American celebration of cultural reaffirmation, is one of
the fastest-growing holidays in the history of the world. It took root 30 years
ago, when graduate student Maulana Karenga, disturbed by the 1965 riots in Los
Angeles' Watts area, decided that African-Americans needed an annual event to
celebrate their differences rather than the melting pot. Not a religious
holiday, Kwanzaa is, rather, a seven-day celebration that begins on Dec. 26 and
continues through Jan. 1.

Kwanzaa is a spiritual, festive and joyous celebration of the oneness and
goodness of life, which claims no ties with any religion. It has definite
principles, practices and symbols which are geared to the social and spiritual
needs of African-Americans. The reinforcing gestures are designed to strengthen
our collective self-concept as a people, honor our past, critically evaluate
our present and commit ourselves to a fuller, more productive future.

Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" in the African language
Kiswahili, has gained tremendous acceptance. Since its founding in 1966 by Dr.
Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa has come to be observed by more than 15 million people
worldwide, as reported by the New York Times. Celebrated from December 26th to
January 1st, it is based on Nguzo Saba (seven guiding principles), one for each
day of the observance:


Umoja (OO-MO-JAH) Unity stresses the importance of togetherness for the family
and the community, which is reflected in the African saying, "I am We," or "I
am because We are."

Kujichagulia (KOO-GEE-CHA-GOO-LEE-YAH) Self-Determination requires that we
define our common interests and make decisions that are in the best interest of
our family and community.

Ujima (OO-GEE-MAH) Collective Work and Responsibility reminds us of our
obligation to the past, present and future, and that we have a role to play in
the community, society, and world.

Ujamaa (OO-JAH-MAH) Cooperative economics emphasizes our collective economic
strength and encourages us to meet common needs through mutual support.

Nia (NEE-YAH) Purpose encourages us to look within ourselves and to set
personal goals that are beneficial to the community.

Kuumba (KOO-OOM-BAH) Creativity makes use of our creative energies to build and
maintain a strong and vibrant community.

Imani (EE-MAH-NEE) Faith focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws
upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for
humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed
and triumph in righteous struggle.



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