Archive for October, 2006
“Once again, as with Iran, we have an adversary seeking direct talks with the U.S. government, and once again the Bush Administration refuses to hold such talks,†said Kevin Martin, Executive Director of Peace Action Education Fund. “Does Bush know what the word ‘diplomacy’ means? How can he say he is taking all possible steps to prevent conflicts, and yet adamantly refuse the most basic step, which is to talk, without preconditions, to one’s adversary?â€Â
Martin continued: “All the ideas that have come out of the Bush Administration so far, including expanded “missile defense”, ending humanitarian aid to North Korea, expanding NATO and encouraging Japan to develop nuclear weapons - are sure to isolate and anger North Korea and China and further de-stabilize the region. What is needed is calm, smart diplomacy, for which the Bush Administration has shown zero aptitude in its six years in office.â€Â
 I found this article amazing, you can read it in its entirety at this address: http://www.peace-action.org/presrm/NKoreanuketestPR.htm
If you are ever in Chicago, I hear that the Peace Museum is a rockin’ place to visit. The website says that, “The unique and valuable collection consists of more than 10,000 artifacts including original paintings, sculptures, drawings, ribbon banners, posters, buttons, and lithographs. Exhibits focus on individual peacemakers and artists, the horrors of war, Central America, domestic violence, human rights, prisons, and women’s leadership. Thirteen rental exhibits are available and travel to many cities throughout the U.S. and internationally.” I know if I can ever make my way to Chicago I am so there. More information about this museum can be found at: http://www.peacemuseum.org.
Every so often I like to share videos that I think you all would like as well!
There is a very great site that everyone should visit, it gives you information on where and how you can volunteer in your own areas!