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Posted on August 29, 2013
With the debate surrounding a US Strike against the current regime in Syria, Washington’s globally-minded political leaders advocate for extreme caution in making decisions that hold the “possibility of entangling our nation in a long, drawn-out conflict.”
By Mark Olmstead
Yesterday, Washington Representative and top Democrat of the House Armed Services Committee Adam Smith [WA-9] issued a press release on United States involvement in Syria. Along with other congressional Democrats including Washington Senator Patty Murray, Smith warns of United States entering Syria militarily in any sense should not be approached hastily, “Military action could have significant consequences and there is no guarantee that it would improve the situation or promote a positive outcome.”
Next week the United Nations will release its report on the use of chemical weapons by the Syrian government and from that any type of decision will be based. Senator Patty Murray joins the views of Congressman Smith in calling for no immediate actions, she said “The use of chemical weapons, as well as conventional weapons, on innocent civilians in Syria is abhorrent and must end, however, as the recent past has taught us, we must be exceedingly cautious in making any decision that holds the possibility of entangling our nation in a long, drawn-out conflict.” Continue Reading
Posted on August 19, 2013
By Stephanie Tam
“These humanitarians often brave great danger, far from home. They work long hours, in the most difficult conditions. Their efforts save lives in conflict and natural disaster. They also draw the world closer together by reminding us that we are one family, sharing the same dreams for a peaceful planet, where all people can live in safety, and with dignity.”
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon
In tribute to our amazing members who share the dreams described above by Ban Ki-moon, Global Washington would like to highlight this significant day that the United Nations has celebrated over the years.
Each year on August 19th, the UN marks World Humanitarian Day. It is a day dedicated to recognize and honor all of the humanitarian aid workers who have faced countless hardships and have lost their lives in order to help others. The day was designated by the United Nations General Assembly to correspond with the anniversary of the catastrophic bombing of the UN Headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq in 2003, which tragically killed 22 people. Continue Reading
Posted on August 9, 2013
By Sara Veltkamp
“The indigenous peoples of Chiapas believe that the land belongs to no one and the right of the Earth is equal to the rights of people. The people of One Equal Heart share this vision. One Equal Heart works in partnership with the Center for Indigenous Rights and the Tseltal Maya to create healthy families, healthy communities and a healthy planet. […] This holistic approach means indigenous communities can live with dignity and in harmony, protecting the Earth’s precious resources for a sustainable future for us all.”
Kaitlyn Sullivan, The Heart of Indigenous Rights: Ancestral Lands
In commemoration of The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People on August 9th, GlobalWA would like to highlight the work of One Equal Heart among the peoples of Chiapas. Continue Reading
