Rep. Barbara Lee has been a champion for peace during her long career in Congress. She famously faced criticism and even death threats for casting the lone vote against the 2001 Authorization of Use of Military Force that kicked off the US invasion of Afghanistan and the decades-long "War on Terror." In Barbara's words:
"While we cannot reverse the damage already done, we can take action to prevent such grave, costly mistakes in the future. Let’s be clear: the American people do not want endless war... For two decades, I have been fighting to get Congress to reassert its war powers that have been abused far too often by administrations in both parties... It's far past time we put decisions of military action back in the hands of the people and Congress, as the constitution intended. I call upon my colleagues in the Senate and House, Republicans and Democrats, to come together to take back our constitutional obligation to debate matters of war and peace."
Now she is running for Senate. Supporting candidates through Peace Action lets them know that diplomacy and peace issues are a priority that you want to see them take leadership on. Please support Barbara Lee's Senate run today!