[Peace] AWARE Notes July 20

[Jan & Durl Kruse]

Sunday July 20 AWARE Minutes:

Facilitator:    Durl 
Kruse

 

Introductions:  Everyone introduced 
themselves.

 

News of the Week:  Carl E. highlighted the 
news of the week in one word - "lies" and proceeded to share various news items 
about the events in Iraq including falling troop moral, a growing guerilla type 
war, possible nation guard call up, other nations refusing to participate 
without UN resolution, and the increasing troop death toll.  Bush's ratings 
are falling in recent polls - AND THAT'S NO LIE.  Concerns raised about 
growing conflict on the African continent and those countries where there is a 
possible relation to oil.  As follow up of last week's presentation, David 
G. also mentioned that Rios Montt was declared eligible to run for president of 
Guatemala.

 

Anti-racism Working Group Report by Linda 
E:  Working group meet July 17 at the Aroma Cafe.  Some wanted to 
discuss more on the issue of racism and others wanted to begin action.  
Recommendations from the WG were: 1. to view and discuss the video "The 
Color of Fear" mid-August at the Kruse's, 2. discussion of possible articles or 
books on racism, see Carol I. to make suggestions, 3. networking with groups in 
the community, Randall C. will attend the Diversity Network held Thursday, July 
24th at room 407 Levis Center at 12:00 - 1:00, 4. an informational pamphlet is 
being written, it is currently in second draft form and final form to be 
submitted to AWARE in several weeks.  In addition Lisa C. suggested an 
AWARE sponsored forum inviting today's participants from McChensey's Media 
Manners (WILL 580) a radio program held each Sunday from 
1:00-2:00.

 

Continued group discussion on racism:  An 
open discussion for approximately 30 minutes was held. Many thoughts and 
opinions were shared.  Future discussions will be held and the WG on racism 
will take the lead and continue to make suggestions to the entire 
group.

 

Reports from the Working Groups:

    Farmer's Market - David 
G reported AWARE had a continuing presence at the market, that Jay M. would be 
setting up the canopy and tables next week, help is needed for setup and 
to tend the table.  More volunteers are needed for the month of 
August.

    Labor Day Parade - Carol 
I will coordinate the arrangements for the labor day parade, including 
registration forms and organizing sign making groups.

    Non-violent WG - 
Charlotte G. and Jay M. reported small attendance at the potluck on the 
18th and sought input regarding continuation of this working group.  
Contiuation of this working group was supported at this time.  


    C.O. WG - Charlotte G. 
reported that the group is planning to distribute informational fliers to local 
high school students at their respective school's registration.  Volunteers 
are needed.  Paul K. shared information about tax resistance.

 

Announcements:  The presentation at the 
CIMIC on July 18th by Roaa and her father, who had just returned from Iraq, was 
informative and well attended.  They will be speaking to AWARE at its July 
27th meeting.  

 

New Ideas:   Carl E. suggested the 
need for the group to define what anti-war currently means to AWARE.  Other 
suggestions included the possible return of P4P this fall and for a possible 
October Teach-in. 

---Jan Kruse

--- durljan at earthlink.net 

 
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