Jul
26
2010
This July ICPJ is be hosting an on-line and in-person discussion of Ending the US War in Afghanistan: A Primer by David Wildman and Phyllis Bennis.
To participate, all you have to do is add your comments about the book below.
For the fourth and last week, we will discuss the pages 146-183 (Section 6
). You can also read the discussion from the first week’s, second week’s, and third week’s readings .
Here are the questions to get you started, or comment on whatever interests you!
- Do you believe it’s possible to only have a military solution without any humanitarian work? Why or why not? Any examples? What should be done? pg. 154
- Do you believe there should be some type of international law to end war if it is unproductive? Who should be in charge of it? What should it say? What should the UN’s role be? pg. 156
- What as US citizens, can we do in order to make sure the government is held accountable for its deeds and informing the public about details of the war (such as the information that Al Qaeda prime is all but wiped out)? pg. 171
- What next? What do you feel is the best response and action to take in this area of the country?
We will also have a face-to-face discussion of the book on Monday, July 19 at 7:00 p.m. at Dominick’s (812 Monroe Street, Ann Arbor).
To get your copy, just call 734-663-1870 or email chuck@icpj.net. They are just $10 each (plus shipping and handling).
Stay tuned next Monday for the next section and next week’s questions.
Jul
19
2010
This July ICPJ is be hosting an on-line and in-person discussion of Ending the US War in Afghanistan: A Primer by David Wildman and Phyllis Bennis.
To participate, all you have to do is add your comments about the book below.
For the third week, we will discuss the pages 96-145 (part of section 4 and section 5). You can also read the discussion from the first week’s reading and the second week’s reading.
Here are the questions to get you started, or comment on whatever interests you!
- Do you believe the environment should be a top priority when at war with another country? How much should it be considered? What is more important? pg. 110
- If you were an Afghan, what would be your stance if a country like the US came in and decided what was best for you? What do you believe is your duty as a citizen to do about the US not listening to the Afghan people? pg. 122
- What do you believe the best solution is (or a possible solution could be) to the statement that “it is not possible for several countries to wage separate wars in the same country and be successful” when we are doing just that? pg. 134
- Do you believe the US has a duty to help rebuild countries it wars in? What about helping people who are already impoverished in those countries? What if this help comes at the expense of impoverished American citizens? pg. 144
We will also have a face-to-face discussion of the book on Monday, July 19 at 7:00 p.m. at Dominick’s (812 Monroe Street, Ann Arbor).
To get your copy, just call 734-663-1870 or email chuck@icpj.net. They are just $10 each (plus shipping and handling).
Stay tuned next Monday for the next section and next week’s questions.
Jul
12
2010
This July ICPJ is be hosting an on-line and in-person discussion of Ending the US War in Afghanistan: A Primer by David Wildman and Phyllis Bennis.
To participate, all you have to do is add your comments about the book below.
For the second week, we will discuss the pages 54-95 (section 3 and part of 4). You can also read the discussion from the first week’s reading.
Here are the questions to get you started, or comment on whatever interests you!
- How do you think the US should have handled its relations with Afghanistan during the Cold War? pg. 58
- Did the US have the right to overthrow the Taliban and replace it with their chosen government? What should they have done? pg. 70
- What do you believe we can and should do as US citizens when top military officials are saying the war in Afghanistan is no longer sustainable, yet the President isn’t listening? pg. 82
- Do you support the decision of the US – a proudly democratic country -to support dictators, murderers and warlords to further its own agenda? pg. 87
We will also have a face-to-face discussion of the book on Monday, July 19 at 7:00 p.m. at Dominick’s (812 Monroe Street, Ann Arbor).
To get your copy, just call 734-663-1870 or email chuck@icpj.net. They are just $10 each (plus shipping and handling).
Stay tuned next Monday for the next section and next week’s questions.
Jul
05
2010
This July ICPJ will be hosting an on-line and in-person discussion of Ending the US War in Afghanistan: A Primer by David Wildman and Phyllis Bennis.
To participate, all you have to do is add your comments about the book below.
For the first week, we will discuss the first 2 sections, pages 1-58. Continue Reading »
Jun
09
2010
We were all horrified when we saw the photos of abuse of foreign detainees in Abu Ghraib. We should all be aghast at the continued abuse of domestic inmates in U.S. prisons.
This Monday, June 14, we’ll discuss the connection between torture of inmates at home and abroad in a panel discussion with four amazing panelsts. Join us for the discussion:
What: Human Rights Beyond the Prison Door: Stopping Detainee Torture and Prisoner Abuse, a panel discussion
When: Monday, June 14, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Ann Arbor Public Library, Downstairs Multipurpose Room, 343 South Fifth Avenue, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104 (Map).
Details: Contact Chuck Warpehoski, Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 734-663-1870, chuck@icpj.net.
Who: Our panelsts include: Continue Reading »
May
19
2010
This is a time for people of all faiths and backgrounds to come together to shine a spotlight on the issues of torture and to work together to end torture practices around the globe. ICPJ encourages you to participate in June Torture Awareness Month Events through various events and activities.
Sign up by emailing chuck@icpj.net, calling 734-663-1870, or using the form below.
- Host a Table: Have a table during your coffee hour, or during a social period in your day in June. Ask people to complete postcards calling for legislation that will assure that the International Committee of the Red Cross has access to all detainees held by the U.S. and to sign a petition calling for a commission of inquiry into torture. ICPJ can provide the materials and even volunteers to staff the table.
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Screening this excellent 20-minute DVD is a great way to get a converasation about torture going.
Teach: Host a workshop for your congregation, community group, or during a social gathering to discuss the issue of torture and show the 20-minute film Ending U.S. Sponsored Torture Forever. ICPJ can provide a speaker on the topic, or you can use the NRCAT adult study program featuring the film Ending U.S.-Sponsored Torture Forever, which you can borrow from ICPJ along with discussion materials.
- Attend: Come attend our community-wide Torture Awareness Month Event!
Human Rights Beyond the Prison Door: Stopping Detainee Torture and Prisoner Abuse. Monday, June 14, 7:00 pm- Participants will include former prisoners, human rights experts and others working to protect foreign detainees and domestic prisoners from torture, abuse, and mistreatment while in captivity. Location: Ann Arbor Public Library, 343 South Fifth Avenue, Ann Arbor. Co-sponsors: Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, American Friends Service Committee Criminal Justice Program, American Civil Liberties Union. Contact: Chuck Warpehoski, Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 734-663-1870, chuck@icpj.net Continue Reading »
