Author Archives: Helen McLean

Webinar: What About World War II?

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Helen McLean

This webinar, features David Swanson, Executive Director of World BEYOND War, discussing the “What about WWII?” question so popular among supporters of military spending, and the history of Armistice Day. Organized by: Peace Action of Broome County, NY and Stu … Continue reading →

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Tree Planting Memorial

Posted on September 26, 2020 by Helen McLean

On a beautiful Fall day, members of our local VFP planted trees in the memory of Dick McLean, George Haeseler and Arvid Antonson. These trees are planted in Floyd West Park at the intersection of Chapman and Court Streets in … Continue reading →

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Health Care and Education, not Militarization

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Helen McLean

On July 16th, 2020, several BCPA members attended and helped out at a Citizen Action event to tell our Senators to help pass the Heroes Act which has passed the House. Many people need a People’s Bailout during this Coronavirus … Continue reading →

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No U.S. – Iran War – Peace Groups Protest – January 4, 2020

Posted on January 4, 2020 by Helen McLean

Several Peace Groups and Political Activist Groups present to protest possible War on Iran. Video by Vera Scroggins

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My Lai Touring Exhibit in Binghamton

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Helen McLean

My Lai Memorial Exhibit is a project of Chicago Veterans for Peace and honors the Vietnamese people who died as a result of our political and military actions in their country during the Vietnam War. Your donation to My Lai … Continue reading →

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We’re Number 88! We’re Number 88! US Ranked Low on Global Peace Index

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Helen McLean

2012 Global Peace Index shows slightly more peaceful world from 2009 – Common Dreams staff The just released 2012 Global Peace Index (GPI) from the Institute for Economics and Peace shows that the world has become slightly more peaceful over … Continue reading →

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United States Values Profit Over Peace

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Helen McLean

Letter to the Editor, May 24, 2010, Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin By George Damasevitz As we observe yet another Memorial Day, we are saddened to have added the names of over 400 more Americans to the list of those sacrificed … Continue reading →

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