We are holding a vigil this coming Saturday to speak out for economic justice and against the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The vigil will be held on Saturday, November 5, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the corner of Main St. and West St. across from the Walpole Coop Bank.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We also call for an end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Thursday, November 03, 2011
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Peace and Justice Group serving dinner at Breaking Bread, Monday, Nov 7
“Breaking Bread”, a community meal program in Walpole, is sponsored by Walpole Families of Faith, an ecumenical group comprised of members from six local churches. The weekly meal is open to all, served every Monday night between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. at United Church, 30 Common St., next to the Post Office.
Many community groups help put on these meals and the Walpole Peace and Justice Group has volunteered to do the job on Monday, November 7. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us in this endeavor. Setting up, cooking, serving, cleaning up are the tasks. If you would like to help anytime between ~4 and 7:30PM, please be in touch.
Thanks
Lois C., the Walpole Peace and Justice Group
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Walpole Peace and Justice Group Peace Vigil, Saturday, October 15, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
We are holding a vigil this coming Saturday to speak out for economic justice and against the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The vigil will be held on Saturday, October 15, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the corner of Main St. and West St. across from the Walpole Coop Bank.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We also call for an end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We also call for an end to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Walpole Peace Group Meeting on Wednesday, Sep. 7 at 7:30 PM; Showing of 'Beyond Belief' on Sunday Sep. 11, 2011 at 7:00 PM
The next meeting of the Walpole Peace and Justice Group is on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at 7:30 PM at United Church. The public is invited.
The Walpole Peace and Justice Group and United Church in Walpole are sponsoring a showing of the documentary, ‘Beyond Belief’ on September 11, 2011 at the United Church at 7:00 PM. In remembrance of 9/11, the award winning documentary ‘Beyond Belief’ is a about two 9/11 widows from the Boston area. Susan Retik and Patti Quigley are two ordinary soccer moms until tragedy strikes. Rather than turning inwards, grief compels them to reach out to widows in Afghanistan. Over the course of two years, as they cope with loss and struggle to raise their families as single mothers, these women dedicate themselves to empowering Afghan women whose lives have been ravaged by decades of war, poverty, and oppression. From the ruins of the World Trade Center to those of Kabul and back, theirs is a remarkable story, a journey of personal strength and international reconciliation, a testament to the vision that peace can be forged… one woman at a time. There will be a brief discussion following the film. People may park in the parking lot to the right of the church, using the driveway after the Center for Community Counseling and Education, and enter the church by the side door.
The Walpole Peace and Justice Group and United Church in Walpole are sponsoring a showing of the documentary, ‘Beyond Belief’ on September 11, 2011 at the United Church at 7:00 PM. In remembrance of 9/11, the award winning documentary ‘Beyond Belief’ is a about two 9/11 widows from the Boston area. Susan Retik and Patti Quigley are two ordinary soccer moms until tragedy strikes. Rather than turning inwards, grief compels them to reach out to widows in Afghanistan. Over the course of two years, as they cope with loss and struggle to raise their families as single mothers, these women dedicate themselves to empowering Afghan women whose lives have been ravaged by decades of war, poverty, and oppression. From the ruins of the World Trade Center to those of Kabul and back, theirs is a remarkable story, a journey of personal strength and international reconciliation, a testament to the vision that peace can be forged… one woman at a time. There will be a brief discussion following the film. People may park in the parking lot to the right of the church, using the driveway after the Center for Community Counseling and Education, and enter the church by the side door.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Walpole Peace and Justice Group Peace Vigil, Saturday, Sept 3, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Cut miltary spending - Not Social Security, Close Corporate Tax L
We are holding a vigil this coming Saturday to speak out for economic justice. The vigil will be held on Saturday, Sept 3, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the corner of Main St. and West St. across from the Walpole Coop Bank.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Walpole Peace and Justice Group Peace Vigil, Saturday, August 20, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Cut miltary spending - Not Social Security, Close Corporate Ta
We are holding a vigil this coming Saturday to speak out for economic justice. The vigil will be held on Saturday, August 20, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the corner of Main St. and West St. across from the Walpole Coop Bank.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
Any deals to solve the “debt crisis” in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
Friday, July 29, 2011
Walpole Peace and Justice Group Peace Vigil - Cut miltary spending - fund our communities - Saturday, July 30, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
We are holding a vigil tomorrow to protest the proposed cuts to Social security, Medicare, Medicaid, and social services. Sorry for the late notice but it is very important that people speak out on this issue. The vigil will be held on Saturday, July 30, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the corner of Main St. and West St. across from the Walpole Coop Bank.
Any deal to resolve the debt vote standoff in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
Any deal to resolve the debt vote standoff in Congress must preserve the social programs that are essential to so many people in these difficult economic times. We urge our political leaders to look for other cuts and revenue sources instead of cutting social programs. For example, cutting the military budget and increasing taxes on those who can well afford it. Corporate loop holes should be closed and the Bush tax cuts left to expire. The United States spends almost as much on the military as all the other countries of the world combined. More than half of all US annual discretionary spending goes to the military and war fighting. We join with the Massachusetts 25% Solution campaign in urging that military spending be cut by 25% and the funds used for social services and to support our communities.
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