Just yesterday, as I stepped up to the Librarian's desk to check out a book, a man - about age forty - approached me with a flyer advertising an upcoming online event,
Winter Soldier: Iraq and Afghanistan
According to the blurb, the Internet presentation - focusing on tales of the ongoing atrocities overseas - will be the largest gathering of Iraq veterans to voice opposition to the War to date.
"As veterans who have served in these occupations we have a responsibility to share our stories with each other and also the American people. We do this to stand up for the soul of our country."
The four-day event will bring together veterans from across the country to testify about their experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan - and present video and photographic evidence. In addition, there will be panels of scholars, veterans, journalists, and other specialists to give context to the testimony. These panels will cover everything from the history of the GI resistance movement to the fight for veterans' health benefits and support.
From their perspective, perhaps the true nature of the War will be revealed!
If you're ready to listen, surf to:
www.ivaw.org/wintersoldier
(March 13-16)
To support winter soldier you can also:
*Donate; Winter Soldier needs your support.
*Organize neighbours; host public forums to share testimony.
*Spread the stories to news sources and Congress.
*Join the movement; sign a statement in support at their site.
*Take action; use testimonies to demand an end to the occupation.