“There are a lot of turning points in my life — but [meeting Courage to Resist] was a turning point during my conscientious objection process.”David Gespass provides an update on the US military’s internal “policies on dissent” for the NLG’s Military Law Task Force.
October 2017 Newsletter
Your October 2017 PDF newsletter includes stories about whistleblower Reality Leigh Winner, boot camp hazing, how Donald Trump & ... read more
Resister, whistleblower Reality Leigh Winner
Like Chelsea Manning and Edward Snowden, she’s a courageous whistleblower who gave the media info clearly of public interest. read more
Press Release: “Stand with Reality” Support Group & Defense Fund
New "Stand with Reality" awareness campaign to fund legal defense for alleged election interference whistleblower. read more
Podcast: Billie Winner-Davis speaks out
Billie Winner-Davis is the mother of NSA contractor, and alleged whistleblower, Reality Leigh Winner. In this podcast, she shares her ... read more
On Reality Winner & Freedom
This Forth of July, Reality Winner sits behind bars for allegedly acting upon her commitment to stand up for a government free from tyranny. read more
Podcast: Emma Cape on building the Chelsea Manning campaign
Emma Cape was the Campaign Manager of the Chelsea Manning Support Network. In this podcast, she shares her experiences over years ... read more
Vietnam Draft Dodger Donald Trump and his backup singers the Chicken Hawks
By Jeff Paterson. Toby Keith serenades Saudi royalty in support of Trump, Ted Nugent on how to avoid the draft, and more! read more
Sign the Petition: Drop the Charges Against Reality Winner
Sign the petition: "Drop the changes against Ms. Reality L. Winner, the defense contractor who allegedly shared with the media evidence read more
“Courage to Resist has helped individuals who have taken brave stands, has been an important bridge between anti-war soldiers and civilians, and has helped both publicize and build the critical component of soldier resistance in ending war.”
-Steve Morse, GI Rights Hotline counselor & VietNam War era GI resister
Supporting the Troops Who Refuse to Fight
We’re a group of concerned community members, veterans and military families who support military objectors to illegal war and occupation and the policies of empire. Our People Power strategy weakens the pillars that maintain war and occupation in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere by supporting GI resistance, counter-recruitment and draft resistance, which cuts off the supply of troops. We are autonomous from and independent of any political organization, party or group.
Reality Leigh Winner
Join us in defending recent Air Force veteran and NSA contractor Reality Leigh Winner against an overzealous prosecution by Trump’s Department of Justice.
Reality is currently jailed without bail, facing 10 years in prison, for allegedly giving a document vital to the public’s understanding of potential Russian interference in US election systems to a news organization.
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Worldwide Welcome Home Celebrations for Chelsea
Chelsea shares her first portrait photo, while supporters gather worldwide to celebrate her hard won freedom.
Confirmed: Chelsea Manning has been released from prison!
“After another anxious four months of waiting, the day has finally arrived. I am looking forward to so much! … exciting, awkward, fun, and all new for me.”
Chelsea Manning is Free!
Organizers of the former Chelsea Manning Support Network describe how the fight to win Chelsea’s freedom was won, and share their reactions to this amazing victory.
Podcast: David Coombs, Chelsea Manning’s trial attorney
In this podcast, lead court martial defense attorney for Chelsea Manning, David Coombs, reflects on the case, working with the Support Network, and her release this week.
S Brian Willson
Vietnam veteran & peace activist: “In a society like the US where virtually every foreign intervention, everywhere, is grotesquely illegal and criminal, the most effective resistance is from the soldiers themselves.”
May 17 events to celebrate Chelsea Manning release
On Wednesday, May 17, Chelsea Manning will walk out of Fort Leavenworth military prison a free person. She has served seven years behind bars, more than any whistle-blower in American history.
Podcast: Rainey Reitman on defending Chelsea Manning
In our new podcast, Internet privacy advocate, and Chelsea Manning Support Network co-founder, Rainey Reitman talks about helping launch a movement that would eventually free an American political prisoner and hero.
Chelsea on her upcoming release from prison
Chelsea Manning: “Freedom used to be something that I dreamed of but never allowed myself to fully imagine…. I am forever grateful to the people who kept me alive, President Obama, my legal team and countless supporters.”
Marine recruit needed skin grafts for chemical burns from boot camp hazing
In the Washington Post this week (May 3, 2017), journalist Dan Lamothe exposes the horrifying hazing of young recruits.
Military Law Task Force’s Spring 2017 “On Watch” newsletter
For anyone interested in military law as it pertains to war resisters, “On Watch” is a must read.
“National Bird” drone documentary widely available
This week the award-winning drone documentary “National Bird” is premiering on PBS, as well as on a number of online streaming providers.
Chelsea Manning Welcome Home Fund breaks $170,000
I have known Chelsea as her attorney, advocate and friend for several years. The money will be deposited directly into her bank account, which is being managed by her current power of attorney.
Berkeley CO and War Resisters’ Day Event
Berkeley, CA — On Monday, May 15, 2017, join us in celebrating the 11th Annual Berkeley CO and War Resisters’ Day, on International Conscientious Objectors’ Day. Gather at 11:30 AM for the Peace Flag raising ceremony at the Civic Center flagpole, 2180 Milvia Street.
Obama vs. Trump on Drones: What’s Changed?
By Joseph Gibson, Courage to Resist. Now that the face of the US government is once again a cartoonish leader hated by liberals, will we see a rebirth of the antiwar movement? If so, how much attention will drones get, and what would an effective resistance look like?
Lawyer explains US military’s “policies on dissent” within ranks
David Gespass provides an update on the US military’s internal “policies on dissent” for the NLG’s Military Law Task Force.
Worldwide Welcome Home Celebrations for Chelsea
Chelsea shares her first portrait photo, while supporters gather worldwide to celebrate her hard won freedom.
Confirmed: Chelsea Manning has been released from prison!
“After another anxious four months of waiting, the day has finally arrived. I am looking forward to so much! … exciting, awkward, fun, and all new for me.”
Chelsea Manning is Free!
Organizers of the former Chelsea Manning Support Network describe how the fight to win Chelsea’s freedom was won, and share their reactions to this amazing victory.
Podcast: David Coombs, Chelsea Manning’s trial attorney
In this podcast, lead court martial defense attorney for Chelsea Manning, David Coombs, reflects on the case, working with the Support Network, and her release this week.
S Brian Willson
Vietnam veteran & peace activist: “In a society like the US where virtually every foreign intervention, everywhere, is grotesquely illegal and criminal, the most effective resistance is from the soldiers themselves.”
May 17 events to celebrate Chelsea Manning release
On Wednesday, May 17, Chelsea Manning will walk out of Fort Leavenworth military prison a free person. She has served seven years behind bars, more than any whistle-blower in American history.
Podcast: Rainey Reitman on defending Chelsea Manning
In our new podcast, Internet privacy advocate, and Chelsea Manning Support Network co-founder, Rainey Reitman talks about helping launch a movement that would eventually free an American political prisoner and hero.
Chelsea on her upcoming release from prison
Chelsea Manning: “Freedom used to be something that I dreamed of but never allowed myself to fully imagine…. I am forever grateful to the people who kept me alive, President Obama, my legal team and countless supporters.”
Marine recruit needed skin grafts for chemical burns from boot camp hazing
In the Washington Post this week (May 3, 2017), journalist Dan Lamothe exposes the horrifying hazing of young recruits.
Military Law Task Force’s Spring 2017 “On Watch” newsletter
For anyone interested in military law as it pertains to war resisters, “On Watch” is a must read.
“National Bird” drone documentary widely available
This week the award-winning drone documentary “National Bird” is premiering on PBS, as well as on a number of online streaming providers.
Chelsea Manning Welcome Home Fund breaks $170,000
I have known Chelsea as her attorney, advocate and friend for several years. The money will be deposited directly into her bank account, which is being managed by her current power of attorney.
Berkeley CO and War Resisters’ Day Event
Berkeley, CA — On Monday, May 15, 2017, join us in celebrating the 11th Annual Berkeley CO and War Resisters’ Day, on International Conscientious Objectors’ Day. Gather at 11:30 AM for the Peace Flag raising ceremony at the Civic Center flagpole, 2180 Milvia Street.
Obama vs. Trump on Drones: What’s Changed?
By Joseph Gibson, Courage to Resist. Now that the face of the US government is once again a cartoonish leader hated by liberals, will we see a rebirth of the antiwar movement? If so, how much attention will drones get, and what would an effective resistance look like?
