Category Archives: Peace

Honor The Victims of 9/11

Posted on September 10, 2016 by bfiaedflaherty

The images of September 11, 2001 are etched in the minds of almost everyone over the age of twenty. However, we need to be more concerned with what we have done with 9-11 than with 9-11 itself. Yes, we mourn … Continue reading →

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Just Say No To Endless War

Posted on July 18, 2016 by bfiaedflaherty

The US House of Representatives and the US Senate have each approved a version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Each authorizes expenditures of over $600 billion for national defense. (Please note that the $600 billion does NOT include … Continue reading →

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FDR – 1936 – “I Welcome Their Hatred”

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Dave Bradley

3 minutes Sometimes looking back helps clear up the vision as we look forward. From an FDR campaign speech nearly 80 years ago at Madison Square Garden (October 31, 1936). Some things just never change: “For nearly four years you … Continue reading →

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Imagine A World Without Guns

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Trish Nelson
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Veterans For Peace Sponsor Armistice Day Observance

Posted on November 10, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

Bells worldwide were rung on the 11th month, the 11th day, at 11 a.m. 1918 to celebrate and recognize the ending of WWI, “The war to end all wars. ” To commemorate that peaceful pledge, bells were rung around the … Continue reading →

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Former State Dept Official To Speak On UI Campus

Posted on October 23, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson (retired), former Chief of Staff to US Secretary of State Colin Powell, will speak in Iowa City. His comments will address the excessive political influence of Pentagon contractors on US foreign policy. Wilkerson’s visit follows closely upon … Continue reading →

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U.S. And Russia Must Unite Against ISIS For Peace

Posted on October 15, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

Who Wants Peace? More than half of the population of Syria is displaced, with over four million refugees outside of the country and eight million displaced within the country. They want peace, they need peace. Lebanon and Jordan, with millions … Continue reading →

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Rowley – McGovern Iowa Speaking Tour

Posted on July 30, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

FBI whistle blower Coleen Rowley and former CIA analyst Ray McGovern to speak at organized events in nine Iowa cities beginning Sept. 24 IOWA CITY — The three Iowa chapters of Veterans for Peace announce a nine-city tour of Iowa … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Peace Events

Posted on May 8, 2015 by bfiaedflaherty

Peace Events on Monday & Tuesday Hope folks can make it to both. If not, one is better than none. More info – call 319 621-6766. Peace. Veterans for Peace Fundraiser, Monday Have a tasty, affordable lunch or dinner at … Continue reading →

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Earth Day And The Pentagon

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Trish Nelson

by Ed Flaherty This week we celebrate Earth Day. It is a day to bring into the active areas of our brains the innate understanding that we have only one Mother Earth to live on, and that she needs our … Continue reading →

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