When I began this blog in 2001, I was appalled by President Bush's headlong rush to an illegal war (we were not in fact under attack). As time wore on and Bush began his assault on the Constitution and any people bold enough to criticize, I believed that "the republic is endangered more by actions of our own government than by those of any terrorist." With the election of a high-minded, compassionate, intelligent man like Barack Obama, my fears have ceased.
"Honor them with peace, not war"
United for Peace
Thursday, December 20, 2001
Adbusters: Corporate Flag. . . we're setting up our own "snitch" line. If you know of valid protests or social-marketing messages that are being suppressed, investigated or otherwise discouraged, or if you come across any other story of low level intimidation, tell us about it.
As one who takes part now and then in a local peace vigil, I feel comforted by the existence of this snitch line. Still ringing in my ears is the shout of one of the pickup truck drivers who in passing our sidewalk vigil, gave us the finger and shouted F--- peace!!. We laughed at the time, shaking our heads in disbelief. But it is that attitude which makes it seem almost treasonous to send out a Christmas card that says Peace on Earth, Good will toward men
Copyright © 2001-03 Pam Shorey
(except the specific sources credited in quotes)
Adbusters: Corporate Flag. . . we're setting up our own "snitch" line. If you know of valid protests or social-marketing messages that are being suppressed, investigated or otherwise discouraged, or if you come across any other story of low level intimidation, tell us about it.
As one who takes part now and then in a local peace vigil, I feel comforted by the existence of this snitch line. Still ringing in my ears is the shout of one of the pickup truck drivers who in passing our sidewalk vigil, gave us the finger and shouted F--- peace!!. We laughed at the time, shaking our heads in disbelief. But it is that attitude which makes it seem almost treasonous to send out a Christmas card that says Peace on Earth, Good will toward men
Palema
4:37 AM
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