Visions of a Peace Economy

What would a “peace economy” look like? This is the question the Peace Economy Project posed to its board members and the public at large. Below are the essays and reflections of those who imagine an America that’s not fixated on war.

War In Gaza

The Peace Economy Project is deeply saddened by the loss of life in Israel due to the recent Hamas attack. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victims and their families during this difficult and painful time. We firmly … Read More

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Russia Pushes Nuclear Threat To Brink

Russia Pushes Nuclear Threat to Brink

By JASON SIBERT

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has changed the global discourse on nuclear weapons. Russia is one of the world’s primary nuclear powers–the United States and Russia own 90% of the world’s nuclear arsenals with … Read More

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U.S. Drone Strikes and Civilian Deaths

We write today as your Administration reportedly conducts a review of United States counterterrorism (CT) policy. Over successive administrations spanning nearly two decades,
presidents have claimed virtually unilateral power to use lethal force around the world and
without congressional authorization, killing not … Read More

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Time to Bring Nuclear Arms Under Control

The issue of nuclear weapons just might lead us to new forms of governance from regional powers and international institutions.

Iran’s new administration, headed by President Ebrahim Raisi, has stated it will engage in negotiation with world powers on reviving the … Read More

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Oct 22– Having “the Real Talk” – Teaching Your Kids How to Interact With Police

This workshop teaches parents how to talk to their children about protecting their rights and their lives when interacting with police.

About this event

As parents, we are responsible for teaching our children about the world. We teach them about the world. … Read More

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Do overseas military bases strengthen American security?

The political fallout from the Joe Biden Administration’s pullout from Afghanistan was significant.

President Biden’s approval ratings have tumbled, and some are voicing concerns about Afghanistan becoming a haven for terrorists again. Naturally, many citizens have security concerns, and security concerns … Read More

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President Joe Biden’s NPR

https://www.opednews.com/articles/President-Joe-Biden-s-NPR-by-Jason-Sibert-President-Ronald-Reagan_President-Trump-210916-614.html

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A Vision for Peace: Affordable Care for All

By Abbe Sudvarg, PEP Board Chair

This article was originally published in the 2014 edition of the Peace Economy News. To receive the 2016 when it’s released later this summer, please sign up here.

I have been the Board Chair for the … Read More

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A Peace Economy Starts with How We Make Our Money

“How you make your money is way more important than how much money you make.” – Gary Vaynerchuk
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My Vision of a Peace Economy

by Erin Coleman, Police Militarization Intern

My vision of a peace economy is a vision of the world breaking free
from neoliberal capitalism. A peace economy would not have a place for
violent militarized masculinity, and it would not fit into … Read More

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