Have we turned away from the people of Sudan?: The situation in Sudan should demand our attention not only for the sake of international stability, but because so many lives are at stake, writes AFSC’s Pauline Kamau. Humanitarian and religious organizations must step up efforts to support the Sudanese people and bring a peaceful resolution to this conflict. (Common Dreams)
Protecting New Mexico’s centuries-old acequia system: In dry New Mexico, the traditional shared water system known as acequias helps make agriculture and life possible. But that system faces threats as developers try to pay the state to lease water rights it doesn't actually possess. Developers and government must hear directly from traditional people. The acequia system is a precious way of sharing water, in times of abundance or scarcity, says AFSC’s Angela Lopez-Brody. “Ideally, it’s a water democracy.” (Waging Nonviolence)
Tell Congress: No concessions on human needs in debt ceiling talks!: Thanks to everyone who contacted Congress last week to protect food assistance, health care, and other vital programs. As negotiations continue, we must keep pressuring elected officials to do what’s right. If you haven’t already, send a message to Congress today!
How to talk about Palestinian child detention: There’s a new bill in Congress, H.R. 3103, that would hold Israel accountable for violating the rights of Palestinian children and families. The legislation would stop Israel from using U.S. aid to detain Palestinian children, destroy Palestinian homes and properties, and further annex Palestinian land. Here are some tips you can use to advocate with your representative to support H.R. 3103.
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