Good News: This past week, Delta Airlines has signed The Code of Conduct that specifically focuses on the protection of children from sexual exploitation in the travel and tourism industries. We thank Delta Airlines for their leadership as the first U.S. air carrier to prevent and mitigate child trafficking, as well as encourage a socially responsible, child-wise tourism industry
In solidarity with those challenging governments: With the recent earthquake/tsunami and nuclear emergency in Japan, our awareness has been heightened on nuclear reactors. Many countries are learning lessons from Japan. Two nuclear plants are being planned for in India near Jaitapur and Maharashtra (earthquake prone zones). Support the people in Jaitapur who do not want the nuclear plant in urging the government to oppose the nuclear plant. For U.S. citizens - urge President Obama to end taxpayer support for the nuclear industry and work toward safe and clean alternatives.
Protecting Water: The practice of hydraulic fracking (to obtain natural gas) is destroying drinking water, waterways and the health of communities. Protect water by joining others in calling for a ban on gas drilling Additionally, scientists are concerned about the greenhouse gas emissions in the methods used to obtain the natural gas.
Challenging Unjust Structures: The NAFTA-style Korean trade deal moving to Congress would increase sweatshop abuses and decrease support for manufacturing in the United States. Urge U.S. Representatives to vote NO on the Korea trade deal.
Other Potential Actions
Many refugees and migrants are stranded at the border between Libya and Tunisia as the Libyan crisis continues. While many countries are pledging humanitarian aid and resources, more countries are needed to share responsibility in resettling refugees. The U.S. is already processing refugees while the European Union (EU) has yet to make any commitment to protecting refugees. Urge the EU not to abandon Libyan refugees.
The latest proposed FY 2011 short-term continuing budget resolution, H.J. Res 48, would cut current spending levels by $6 billion and funds government through April 8. This bill has passed the House and the Senate will vote today. This bill poses a great danger to vital safety net programs and the poor and vulnerable people who depend on them. Contact Senators today reminding them that short-term resolutions are jeopardizing the safety and security of all Americans. A message to be edited by clicking here.
Urge Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (1.202.647.5291; charges apply) to demand that the Bahrain and Saudi governments immediately stop the violent repression of protesters and impose an arms embargo on both as long as US military hardware is being used against non-violent protesters (in violation of the Arms Export Control Act).
On the anniversary of the signing of the Affordable Care Act (Health care reform), individuals are invited to sign a petition, “What I like about Health Care Reform.” Deadline for signatures is March 21 as the petition will be delivered to Congress on March 23.
KY: To commemorate the 8th Anniversary of the Iraq War, the Louisville Peace Action Community invites individuals to bring signs and friends on March 18th from 3 to 6 p.m. to the corner of 6th and Jefferson (Jefferson County Courthouse). For more information contact Harold Trainer at hatcom1@insightbb.com or 502.387.9490
Resources from the Archdiocese of Hartford on Care of Creation for Lent include bulletin thoughts and prayers of the faithful among other items.
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