Peace – Page 70 – People's World

Bang your own head, not a seal’s

June 9, 2011 By Blake Skylar

Humane Society International and heavy metal musicians are calling upon the Canadian government to cancel the 2011 commercial seal killings.

U.S. prepares dangerous Iraq exit

June 9, 2011 By Thomas Riggins

This summer the U.S. may be facing its "most dangerous remaining mission" in Iraq - getting our troops out.

Afghan president warns NATO: Stop killing civilians

June 1, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

U.S. and NATO airstrikes have long been a bitter issue with Afghans, but observers said Karzai's latest comments were the strongest yet.

Al Fishman, Michigan peace and justice champion, dies at 83

May 25, 2011 By John Rummel And April Smith

A Detroit City Council resolution mourning Fishman's loss called him "one of our city's finest peace, civil and human rights, and labor activists, advocates and champions."

Navy to name ship honoring Cesar Chavez

May 18, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

The U.S. Navy is expected to name a new military cargo ship after labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez this week in San Diego, California. But the news has sparked controversy from both those...