Conscientious Objection to an Illegal War: how you can help.
Trump’s war on Iran, an illegal and unnecessary war, has the world in chaos. The US is being brought to its knees by the chaos, uncertainty, and social-media rants of our supposed leader, wasting our time and money and resources—not to mention American soldiers’ lives—on a literally pointless military campaign.
It would be one thing if this war had some clear and just objective, with a robust public debate leading to a well-supported Congressional authorization. But none of that has happened; this war is founded on Trump’s whim and nothing else. No goal, no plan, no clear way out.Within a week, Trump sent out posts on his personal social media monopoly threatening the annihilation of the Persian civilization—a genocide. This is the irresponsible Commander in Chief that our servicemembers are being compelled to follow.
Imagine how our servicemembers, when they receive orders to put their lives on the line, and potentially commit unthinkable violence, must feel?
Conscientious objection is when military members exercise their right to refuse illegal or unconscionable military action. Mike Prysner, executive director of the Center on Conscience & War, indicates that most military personnel are unaware that they can get assistance to become conscientious objectors. The Center on Conscience & War’s resources will assist them in not serving in a war that goes against their beliefs, and are unaware of the assistance his organization provides. Many are unaware there exists a Department of Defense policy on conscientious objection that will allows for those unable to fulfill military duty against a morally unethical war, if they feel “their beliefs are being violated by participating in this war”.
As citizens, we have a civic duty to help our servicemembers in some way. We need to support our troops; not only in the way most would think. If you know of any servicemembers struggling due to this illegal war; refer them to the Center on Conscience and War group.
They offer free assistance to service personnel in need. This group has been around for 85 years! The Center offers advice on their options for getting out if one calls: 1-800-379-2679. Please share this info with those in need!
You can also help the group to provide support to as many military members as possible by helping them reach their current goal of $50K. We ask that you donate and also share the link to the donation site here.
Step up and volunteer to help! The Center is in need of volunteers; send an email to: mike@centeronconscience.org to inquire.”
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