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Why May 15?

April 26, 2017may 15

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Why May 15?

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For over 20 years May 15 has been celebrated as International Conscientious Objectors’ Day, a tradition of struggle spearheaded by groups affiiliated with War Resisters’ International. Each year activities are focused in a country where C.O.’s and objectors are being harassed or persecuted. This year the international focus is on the United States’ denial of the right of soldiers to object to war. Conscientious Objectors, GI resisters and dissent within the military deserve our support as they stand up for human rights and dignity, democratic rights, and international law.