Pentagon Increases in 2022 Could Almost Fund Build Back Better
The National Defense Authorization Act is expected to receive a full vote in July. It’s not too late for members of Congress to change course.
Russia, NATO, and the Future of Neutrality
Neither the formerly non-aligned of Europe nor the currently non-aligned of the Global South are interested in furthering Vladimir Putin’s imperial ambitions.
It’s Almost As If Military Spending Isn’t the Key to Peace
U.S. and NATO militaries spent more than 17 times as much as Russia. Putin still waged war on Ukraine.
Say No to a ‘No-Fly Zone’ in Ukraine
Rather than cheering for a potentially catastrophic escalation, there are other options for the United States to help the Ukrainian people.
Ending the War in Ukraine
No diplomatic solution is possible without serious pressure on Putin.
The Best Way to Help Ukraine Is Diplomacy, Not War and Increased Militarization
Increasing military aid in Ukraine could thwart peace talks between Russia and Ukraine — which appeared to be making progress in the past few days.
Why Ukraine Matters
If Putinism is victorious in Ukraine, it will set a horrific precedent not only for other territorial grabs but also other attacks on democracy.
Why Binary Thinking on Russia’s Invasion Is a Losing Strategy
The idea that we have to either support military action and sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, or “do nothing,” is a false binary.
The Best Way to Help Ukraine is Diplomacy, Not War
Every war eventually ends with diplomacy. The question is how long the killing goes on before the diplomats stop it.
Respond to Putin’s Illegal Invasion of Ukraine With Diplomacy, Not War
There’s no “national interest” worth risking nuclear conflict. But urgent diplomacy and humanitarian aid — and Russia’s own antiwar movement — could stop the suffering.
U.S. Militarism Is a Cause of Tension in Eastern Europe, Not a Solution
U.S. actions are raising tensions with Russia rather than resolving them.
Helsinki 2.0
The European security order has broken down. The conflict around Ukraine is a symptom of this larger problem.
War With Russia?
Here’s what Washington, Moscow, and Kyiv can do to avoid the next world war.
Why Should Americans Care About NATO/US In Africa?
The anti-war movement rightfully focuses on the expansion of US military action around the world, but militarism also impacts poor and Black communities in the U.S. as well.
Black Alliance For Peace Revives Black Anti-War Tradition
Netfa Freeman and Vanessa Beck discuss global militarism and what it means for black people domestically and abroad.