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. 

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.

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 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. 
 

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

Gazans face the prospect of additional violence and suffering as Congress once again vetoed demands for a ceasefire.

WILPFUS is planning a virtual Congress this year. The hope is this will allow more members to attend the event. WILPF President Darien De Lu explains the decision to go virtual…

The Disarm Committee reports on actions to call for a ceasefire in Gaza, as well as a report on the third anniversary of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and the current status of the Doomsday Clock…

WILPF US has endorsed the Saturday, March 2 global event – Hands Off Rafah – an international call to action organized by Shut It Down For Palestine.

WILPF US is encouraging members to join Veterans for Peace at the annual PeaceWalk starting April 27 from Augusta, Maine, and arriving in Washington, DC on July 5.