wo became aware of the deep resentment, frustration and
anger felt by the members. These feelings were presented
to Kube in the form of pointed questions and impassioned
statements denouncing the actions of Operation Solidarity
during the negotiations. The response from them seemed,
to me, to be one of reverent disconcern, with Kube's only
defence being that "at no time did we negotiate on these
social issues"

The irony of his statement comes with reflection on the
course of events surrounding the strike; especially con-
Sidering that ‘Op Sol' had publicly supported the coali-
tion's stance in the dispute, and led us to believe that
these issues were an integral aspect of their negotiations
(that is, up until they reached their own agreement and
took down the pickets an hour later). This whole situation
runs such a close parallel to Bennett's 'Restraint' cam-
paign for election, that it would be laughable if it were
not so serious.

All cynicism aside, however, I wish to make a final point
that the cause for which we boycotted classes, withdrew
our services and marched in the streets is by no means
finished. The Solidarity Coalition is an open, democratic
‘group of people from diverse walks of life, who are ded-
icated to the cause of social justice. They deserve our
support and participation in order to overturn this re-_
pressive legislation, or else we have all rallied, pro-
tested, boycotted and organized for nothing. I feel we
cannot allow this to happen.

It remains to be seen exactly what support Op Sol will
give, but I believe that they realize their responsibility
to us, and will back us in an expedient manner. There are
still many labour groups committed to our cause, willing
to sacrifice what is necessary so that our basic rights
may be restored. Also, there are many student, community,
church and political groups involved, and the coalition.

is stronger than it has ever been.

The fight is not overs; it is beginning a new phase of
strategy. As students and faculty, we have already sac-
rificed too much to bury our heads in the sand now. We
must continue to exert force on the government until this
crisis can be resolved in an equitable manner which is ~
acceptable to us all. ann

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