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The Government Should Fund Human Needs, Not War!

The Transformative Benefits of a Peace Economy

Far too often the voices of the people are drawned about by money and corporate greed. Today I heard someone say, “It is hard to stay silent when I see rivers of blood flowing … Read More

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Military vs. Social Services Spending

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No Turning Back on Iran’s Nukes

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency recently spoke of concerns about Iran’s advancing nuclear program and called for diplomacy with Tehran.

During the January World Economic Forum in Davos, IAEA Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi said Iran is “restricting cooperation … Read More

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Korea Peace Advocacy Week!

As we approach March 2024, an important week is on the horizon that holds the potential to shape the future of peace on the Korean Peninsula. The Korea Peace Advocacy Week, organized by Women Cross DMZ, American Friends Service Committee, … Read More

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U.S. Vetoes UN Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza: A Call for Peace and Humanity

On February 20th, in a deeply concerning move, the United States has again vetoed a United Nations resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. This decision not only prolongs the suffering and devastation experienced by the people in the … Read More

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Rachel Reyes

Rachel Reyes is a community, political, and worker organizer born and raised in Los Angeles.

Rachel began her organizing journey as a teenager with the Bus Riders Union and has since worked with various labor and electoral campaigns around LA and … Read More

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Is the World Safer?

Recently, NATO’s chief announced and lauded an “unprecedented” 11% increase in the alliance’s spending. This development, while significant, prompts a deeper reflection on the implications such a surge in military spending holds for global security and peace. The inherent question … Read More

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Ask Your Senator to Support the Child Tax Credit

As an advocate for the Peace Economy Project, your commitment to fostering a world that prioritizes care, community, and compassion over one prioritizes weaponry and defens is commendable. Today, we have an urgent call to action that aligns with our … Read More

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Urgent Call to Action: Support Palestinian Aid by Restoring UNRWA Funding

In times of crisis, the true measure of humanity is found not in the words of its leaders, but in the actions of its people. Today, we stand at a critical juncture that tests this measure, as Palestinians in Gaza … Read More

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The Perils of Moving U.S. Nuclear Weapons to the UK: A Step Backward for Global Security

The Defense Post reports that U.S. plans to station weapons in the U.K.

In an era where the specter of nuclear conflict still looms large, the recent decision by the United States to move nuclear weapons to the United Kingdom … Read More

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