Peace – Page 44 – People's World

Editorial: Time to give peace a chance

January 24, 2009

As President Obama opens a new chapter in our history, the world looks to him with hope that now, finally, we can give peace a chance. Television and computer screens across America and the globe were...

OPINION: Obama can end the Israel/Palestinian conflict

January 19, 2009

(Reposted from talkingpointsmemo.com) If I could say two things to President-elect Barack Obama today, I would first express my gratitude for making me proud to be an American again. His campaign and election did that. And,...

Israeli attack on UN aid headquarters spurs sharp condemnation

January 17, 2009 By Susan Webb

Israel’s attack on the United Nations relief headquarters in Gaza and its use of toxic white phosphorus among civilians are drawing wide condemnation and increasing demands for an immediate cease-fire. Human rights groups say the Israeli...

Murky dealings: Questions abound on arms shipment

January 17, 2009

The U.S. government assumes that regular rules don’t apply to Cuba. Take for example the arms shipments proceeding from Honduras to Florida. Neither the U.S. military nor a military contractor is involved. Instead, Sanco Global Arms...

Keep pressing Congress for ceasefire in Gaza, groups say

January 17, 2009

American groups calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza say phone calls flooding Congress on the issue are having an impact. They urge the public to continue to press for stepped up U.S. involvement to achieve...