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8 Years of War: Speak Out Against the Occupation of Afghanistan

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Eight years ago today, George Bush signed the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) on Afghanistan. There had been only one dissenting vote, Congresswoman Barbara Lee from California (link to her speech). She was surprised to find she was the only vote, because many in the halls before had suggested they were against it, but she was the only one with the courage to go against the fear-mongering of the moment.

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Yes, but don't let it keep you from seeing things here. by Matt Stouler on Saturday, Sep 19, 2009 at 5:33:07 PM
Matt, I see you are interested on pandemics by Margaret Bassett on Saturday, Sep 19, 2009 at 6:12:16 PM