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I want to hear Obama say

epppie — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:08:20 -0600

I want to hear Obama say "the 'military option', ie. attacking someone, is NOT on the table." And if he wants, I'm sure he can find plenty of quotes from Bush regarding Russia saying exactly that - attacking someone is not an acceptable way to solve problems in the 21st century.

Veterans For Peace END

jimstaro — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:39:29 -0600

Veterans For Peace END ARCHIVES OCCUPATION ON HIGH NOTE

"We may be back again soon," Vets add.

Washington -- Five military veterans, all members of Veterans For Peace, are breaking camp from their perch on the National Archives building this morning, taking with them their 22x8-ft. banner demanding “DEFEND OUR CONSTITUTION. ARREST BUSH AND CHENEY: WAR CRIMINALS!” that has overlooked their 24-hour action on a narrow ledge 35 feet above Constitution Ave.

Tarak Kauff, 67, former Army Airborne, who provided ground support throughout, said in a phone interview, "We're always told to 'write your Congressman,' and we have. Only this time we brought a letter they couldn't miss. We've made our point writ large that Bush and Cheney are war criminals and must be arrested and prosecuted. Impeach them if we can, but we're not holding our breath for Congress to act. The kingpins of this criminal administration will be brought to justice, along with many of their lieutenants."

Elliott Adams, VFP president, by phone from his spot on the ledge overlooking the entrance to the Archives Building, said "This turned out excellent. We're very happy with the response we've gotten to arrest Bush and Cheney for war crimes. We considered staying longer this time but we are not prepared for longer than this...although we may be back again, soon."

VFP members participating in the Archives action are: Elliott Adams: 61, NY, VFP President and former Army paratrooper in Viet Nam; Ellen Barfield: 52, MD, former U.S. Army Sgt., full-time peace and justice advocate; Kim Carlyle: 61, NC, mountain homesteader, former Army Spec 5; Diane Wilson: 59, TX, shrimp boat captain, former Army medic; Doug Zachary: 58, TX, VFP staff, former USMC LCpl discharged as a conscientious objector; and Tarak Kauff (ground support) 67, NY, painting contractor, former U.S. Army Airborne.

What say you? (n/t)

Mentarch — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 20:28:30 -0600

What say you? (n/t)

From Carissa Picard -

jimstaro — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:30:22 -0600

From Carissa Picard - Military Spouces for Change

If there is one more debate or town hall before the general election, it should be before an audience composed of the men and women whose service and sacrifice ensure that these events continue through their defense of our country and of our Constitution; particularly after six years of war.
Carissa

Obama Won’t Commit to Event at Military Base

A coalition of military groups is planning a nationally televised town-hall-style meeting with the presidential candidates near Fort Hood, Tex., the largest active-duty military installation in the country. But so far, only Senator John McCain of Arizona, the presumptive Republican nominee, has agreed to attend.

I want to Actually see and hear How Progressive everyone Thinks they are. Contact the Obama Campaign and Demand that he participates in this Forum. Show the Soldiers and Their Families your Real Support!!!!

I would, like, totally buy a

epppie — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 15:20:09 -0600

I would, like, totally buy a used car from that man.

To me, it makes the risk of

epppie — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:27:57 -0600

To me, it makes the risk of war with Iran greater - what can a cornered criminal do but up the stakes?