Much to my astonishment, some voters thought Donald Trump might be a “peace president.” I never bought it, so won’t outline the…
As Israel continues its merciless assault on Gaza, there is at least some sanity taking hold in regard to U.S. policy on…
Unless you are a peace activist, or work for the Pentagon or a weapons contractor, you are likely (blissfully) unaware Congress is…
Having just observed the 20th anniversary of the US invasion of Iraq, the United States Senate is currently considering S. 316, a…
Last Thursday marked 42 years since John Lennon was killed. Many people, including me, lament his death and can recall where we…
The tragic, illegal war of aggression by Russia against Ukraine should end now, with a ceasefire and then a comprehensive peace agreement
Let’s get all U.S. troops out of Iraq and Afghanistan, make peace with Iran, and address the real threats to human security like pandemics and the climate crisis
Supporters of diplomacy over war must make our voices heard over the din of nay-saying interest groups with deep pockets
Relief, rather than elation, was probably the emotion most U.S. peace activists felt when President Barack Obama won re-election. While Obama has…
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