Sammy Watson's Legacy: A Symbol Of Hope Or Disappointment?

Websam watson, a leader of the aboriginal rights struggle, died on november 27, aged 67. A prominent author, playwright and filmmaker, watson was also the socialist alliance’s (sa) aboriginal and torres strait islander affairs spokesperson for many years. Webif you’ve lived around tuscaloosa for a while, odds are good you’ve at least heard the name sammy watson.

Websince first becoming politically active as a teen in the 1960s, sam watson went on to play a central role in indigenous affairs from working for the aboriginal legal. Webthe active construction of the symbol of the tent as activists attempted to realise a true embassy, legitimised by widespread popular support from the aboriginal community. Websam watson, a 'giant' of the aboriginal rights movement. After more than fifty years fighting for the rights of his people, the proud wangerriburra and birri gubba.