Tacoma SDS

This Thursday - and every first and third Thursday - there will be an IVAW meeting at 6pm at COFFEE STRONG.

Iraq Veterans Against the War
From its inception, IVAW has called for:

* Immediate withdrawal of all occupying forces in Iraq;
* Reparations for the human and structural damages Iraq has suffered, and stopping the corporate pillaging of Iraq so that their people can control their own lives and future; and
* Full benefits, adequate healthcare (including mental health), and other supports for returning servicemen and women.

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. One hour before the final presidential debate of the 2008 campaign, fourteen members of Iraq Veterans Against the War (IVAW) marched in formation to Hofstra University to present questions to the candidates. IVAW had requested permission from debate moderator Bob Schieffer to ask their questions during the debate, but received no response.

Tacoma Students for a Democratic Society and GI Voice present:

Iraq Veterans Seth Manzel and Josh Simpson speaking at UPS. Both veterans are members of Iraq Veterans Against the War and GI Voice.

May 8, 2008
McCormick Room (3rd floor library)
University of Puget Sound
6:30pm
free

In 1971 Vets from the Vietnam War, organized by Vietnam Veterans Against the War, came together to provide testimony about the horrific events that occurred during the War. Many spoke about the killing innocent civilians, rape, and torture that they had witnessed and taken part in.

Last month Iraq Veterans Against the War (www.ivaw.org) held a similar event in Washington D.C.

All are welcome to view the first night of Winter Soldier at the 808 house in Tacoma.

Friday, March 14
7pm to 9pm
808 North Union
Tacoma, WA 98409
Free!

What is Winter Soldier?

In 1971, a courageous group of veterans exposed the criminal nature of the Vietnam War in an event called Winter Soldier. Once again, we will demand that the voices of veterans are heard.

In 1971, a courageous group of veterans exposed the criminal nature of the Vietnam War in an event called Winter Soldier. Once again, we will demand that the voices of veterans are heard.

Once again, we are fighting for the soul of our country. We will demonstrate our patriotism by speaking out with honor and integrity instead of blindly following failed policy. Winter Soldier is a difficult but essential service to our country.