I was in college during the war in Vietnam, so I clearly remember the anti-war protests on college campuses and in the streets of this country. It appears that this administration refuses to listen to the people and will go ahead with an escalation in Iraq. As Americans, we have an obligation to let those in Washington, DC hear our voices about the continuation of this war. Those of you who are younger might not know how to register your opposition to the war. With the availability of the internet, we have the ability to contact thousands, and possibly, millions of people. Here are a few of my suggestions on how to get involved in peaceful protest:
1. e-mail/call your U.S. Senator and your Congress Member. (Note: In your call/e-mail, be polite and succinct.)
2. buy an anti-war bumper sticker (just do a Google search to find one).
3. start a blog (if I can do it, so can you).
4. organize your neighbors, friends, and family members, make signs, and stand on street corners at rush hour.
5. find a local anti-war group.
6. write letters to the editor of your local newspaper.
7. when the National Anthem is played, put your right hand over your heart, and raise your left hand in a peace sign.
8. imagine our troops coming home soon.
Let your voice be heard.
