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Mission Rejected

U.S. Soldiers Who Say No to Iraq

by Peter Laufer

Foreword by Norman Solomon

Activist Center

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The men and women in Mission Rejected: U.S. Soldiers Who Say No to Iraq enlisted in the military for a variety of reasons—patriotic duty, money for college, a promising career. They dedicated their lives to the service of their country and trusted their commander-in-chief to use them responsibly. When they were sent to Iraq to fight a war based on lies, their contract was nullified.

Deluded and angry these soldiers risk jail sentences and exile as they speak out against the injustice of this war. These are people of strong character with endless courage in the face of ridicule, hatred, and even prison time.

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Action Steps

Get Involved in Counter Recruitment Actions

The Not Your Soldier Project gives youth the tools and training they need to stop the military invasion of our schools and our communities. See their flash video and find out more about how you can get involved.

Write a Letter to the Editor or Talk to Your Congresspersons

Many soldiers filing for Conscientious Objector status are alienated by their friends and community. Show your support and give them courage by writing a letter to the editor. You can also talk to your congressperson about the importance of supporting the right to refuse to fight. Learn more and find talking points at The Center on Conscience & War.

Protect Your Children

The No Child Left Behind Act includes a little-known provision that requires public schools to disclose student's personal information to military recruiters. To prevent your child from receiving military recruitment information in the mail or phone calls from recruiters you must request that your child's school not disclose your address or phone number. Find out more at the American Friends Service Committee's web site.

Resources

Courage to Resist

American Friends Service Committee

Center on Conscience & War

Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors

Coalition Against Militarism in Our Schools

Traprock Peace Center

GI Rights Hotline

Citizen Soldier

Objector.us

War Resisters Support Campaign

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