The sons and daughters of this country, and of Iraq, are continuing to die and be maimed for life every single day - meanwhile, our nation, led by lies and manipulation, sits on the brink of a massive assault next upon the people and country of Iran.

In 1870, Julia Ward Howe called to the consciences of women across the U.S.: From the bosom of the devastated Earth, a voice goes up with our own. It says, "Disarm, Disarm! The sword of murder is not the balance of justice. In 1872, a Mother's Day for Peace was created to bring women together to work for peace and justice.

This Mother's Day, CODEPINK and their peace allies held a 24-hour vigil outside the White House, with solidarity actions around the country. A local support rally was held on May 12th, from 3-5 pm, on the sidewalk in front of the Military Recruiting Center in Capitola. About 50-60 participants came, including kids and some new faces. Folks driving by were very supportive, and right in the middle of Capitola, and the Raging Grannies sang their wonderful songs! Read more

see also: Mother's Day Reclaimed as a Day for Peace on Indybay's Women's page.