Author Archives: peace

Reflecting on Apartheid: Insights from “What’s Apartheid Got to Do with it?”

As the Executive Director of the Peace Economy Project, I recently had the privilege of attending a pivotal webinar organized by the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) titled “What’s Apartheid Got to Do with it? Understanding the Violent Structures Behind … Read More

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Tell Congress to End Support of the War in Gaza!

I once heard someone say, “You cannot do the work we do every day and feel hopeless.” That’s true, but I cannot help but look at the situation in Gaza and wonder what exactly could be done to make a … Read More

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Corey Best

Corey B. Best is a Black father, community organizer, activist, and leader. Originally from Washington, DC, Corey now resides in Florida. Corey has attached himself to “justice doing” — a movement and … Read More

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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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