April eNews — Nukewatch, financialization, and upcoming actions

Monthly newsletter from the US Section of the

Women's International League for Peace and Freedom

April 2024

Nukewatch and WILPF are putting the focus on Monticello's accident plagued 54-year-old nuclear reactor, while the Disarm Committee looks at the upcoming No to NATO/Yes to Peace event. The W$D Committee explores financialization and the wealth gap, while the MEPJAC Committee look at Tent of Nations as a example of positive action in Israel in the face of all the tragic news from Gaza. We also remember and take a look at the life of Portland WILPF member Barbara Drageaux.

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Nuclear Power Poisons the Planet — Shut Down Xcel’s Monticello Reactor

This spring, Xcel Energy is expected to issue its environmental impact statement regarding its application for a 20-year operating license extension to the operating life of the reactor. This begins a 30-day public comment wherein anyone concerned with the continued operation of the leaking, accident-plagued, 54-year-old reactor can send comments to the NRC in Washington, DC.

Financialization: Reducing Everything We Value to a Ruthless Bottom Line

On Tuesday, April 16th, the Women, Money & Democracy Committee of WILPF US will examine the phenomenon of financialization and its role in widening the wealth gap while threatening democracy and human rights. Join the conversation at 8pm EST/ 7pm CST/ 6pm MT/ 5pm PST.

Achieving PEACE by getting rid of NATO

Unlike many who believe that nuclear weapons and NATO are a deterrence to war, WILPF believes that the use and even the threat of weapons results in a vicious cycle of more and more weapons. WILPF's peace efforts must continue in the face of the on-going cycle of increasing arms and wars! Although we might be a small number, we remember that Jane Addams was one of a small minority seeking peace in WWI - she serves as a model for us in our peace efforts.

The Tent of Nations: Positive Action in Motion

The Tent of Nations is an example of positive action in response to what’s happening in Gaza. The educational and environmental farm, listed as an international peace center, is looking for international volunteers to serve as witnesses and help the farm continue to exist.

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Remembering Barbara: 1932-2024

We remember and look back at the life of Barbara Drageaux, who was a ‘tireless’ long time member of the Portland WILPF branch.

WILPF 109th Anniversary — Please Contribute!

WILPF International is celebrating its 109th anniversary on April 28, and are asking for contributions of art, photos, quotes and messages..

Your support helps WILPF reach farther and be more effective. Consider a donation to WILPF today to demonstrate your solidarity with our work.

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Next eNews Deadline: Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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