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PRINCIPLES OF UNITY

1. The Independent Media Center Network (IMCN) is based upon principles of equality, decentralization and local autonomy. The IMCN is not derived from a centralized bureaucratic process, but from the self-organization of autonomous collectives that recognize the importance in developing a union of networks.
   • Yes
2. All IMC’s consider open exchange of and open access to information a prerequisite to the building of a more free and just society.
   • Yes
3. [All IMC’s respect the right of activists who choose not to be photographed or filmed.]
   • Yes
4. _All IMC’s, based upon the trust of their contributors and readers, shall utilize open web based publishing, allowing individuals, groups and organizations to express their views, anonymously if desired. (see appendix: Open Publishing document—> still in proposal phase in April 2001, at this address

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