March 19, 2008, marks the 5th anniversary of the US invasion and occupation of Iraq. Estimates tell us that over 1 million Iraqis have been killed and over 4 million have fled their homes. Nearly 400 American soldiers have been killed, tens of thousands wounded, and economists predict that the final bill for the war will pass $2 trillion.
And for what?
A series of protests will be taking place in Washington DC and across the nation in March 2008, to oppose the war and to call for a return of the American troops.
Our Spring Break March 7-24, 2008 Washington, DC
Student activists will converge on Washington DC during their Spring Break to oppose the war and occupation, through demonstrations, sit-ins, and other forms of nonviolent direct action.
Stop-Loss Congress March 10-12, 2008 Washington, DC
Acts of civil disobedience that will tell the members of Congress that
they can't go home until the troops can go home.
Winter Soldier: Iraq & Afghanistan March 13-16, 2008 Washington, DC
This four-day event will bring together veterans from across the country to testify about their experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan - and present video and photographic evidence. In addition, there will be panels of scholars, veterans, journalists, and other specialists to give context to the testimony. These panels will cover everything from the history of the GI resistance movement to the fight for veterans' health benefits and support. To find out how you can get involved, click here.
5 Years Too Many March 19, 2008 Washington, DC
Mass action of nonviolent civil disobedience, aimed at ending the war and bringing the troops home.
March 19 Local Actions March 19,2008 People nationwide will be protesting the war in their own ways, in their own communities. To find out what actions are taking place near you, click here.
Split This Rock Poetry Festival March 20-23, 2008 Washington, DC
Antiwar poets, writers and performers gather together to spread their message and call for social change.
