The forum will be preceded by a 5 p.m. rally held outside the Science Center that is being organized by Harvard and Dartmouth students.
The forum speakers say they are unsure about the ultimate outcome of the conflict. President Clinton's recent public statements reflect a desire for the matter to be resolved through further negotiations between the Defense Department officials and Puerto Rican authorities.
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Coatsworth suggested that the Vieques situation represents a chance for Clinton to take a stand, where "presidential leadership wouldn't be very costly."
The forum and rally are being organized by Harvard Students for Peace in Vieques, Now!, of which Perl-Matanzo is the founder and director.