Tag Archives: Corvallis

Stop Police Militarization. Abolish the 1033 Program.

Posted on February 12, 2021 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

The Federal 1033 program allows any federal, state, or local law enforcement agency to acquire military weapons from the Pentagon. According to Defense Logistics Agency reports, neither the Corvallis Police Department nor the Benton County Sheriffs Office participate in the … Continue reading →

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Dr. Linda Richards honored as VFP Corvallis Unsung Hero

Posted on September 28, 2019 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

“…Linda’s character, …one of dauntless energy in pursuit of a more peaceful world but centered in deep personal empathy for all victims of war.” Continue reading →

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Linus Pauling Chapter Armistice Day 2018 Forum: “Confronting Imperialism”

Posted on December 7, 2018 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

On the 100th anniversary of the armistice ending World War I… VFP Linus Pauling Chapter joined the local chapter of Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to host a public forum for Armistice Day, “Confronting Imperialism.” The November 11, 2018 event … Continue reading →

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VFP & DSA to host WWI Armistice Centennial Forum: Confronting Imperialism

Posted on October 30, 2018 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

Please share this event on Facebook and with your friends. We need to #ReclaimArmisticeDay. Of particular importance is the need to share this with and invite other groups you wouldn’t normally associate with anti-war, anti-imperialist work, e.g., NAACP, 350.org, faith-based … Continue reading →

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VFP joins Corvallis activists to say #Enough

Posted on April 23, 2018 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

The college Republicans at Oregon State University love their firearms…or maybe they just needed the money. They concluded their second amendment week with their annual drawing for a rifle and other firearm paraphernalia. The Corvallis community was not happy. Many … Continue reading →

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Corvallis honors Dr. King and the “Beyond Vietnam” speech

Posted on April 4, 2017 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

April 4, 2017 Photos of today’s rally commemorating the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Beyond Vietnam” speech.

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Reclaim Armistice Day, November 11

Posted on November 6, 2016 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

[The original submission for the Corvallis Gazette-Times “As I See It” piece, published Nov. 6, 2016] November 11 is Armistice Day Many celebrate November 11 as Veterans Day, but across the country, Veterans For Peace chapters and other peace and … Continue reading →

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Sen. Wyden supports Iran nuclear deal

Posted on September 10, 2015 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

Show him some love. Please call the Senator’s office and thank him for his decision. And don’t forget, Sen. Jeff Merkley also supports the agreement. It’s good to be an Oregonian.

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#IranDeal signature ad for Oregon voters

Posted on August 13, 2015 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

UPDATE September 1: The Oregonian ad will continue running in opinion section Sept. 1-4. ALSO, Corvallis peacenik Bobbi Hall has produced an interview with VFP 132 members Bart & Leah Bolger about the Iran nuclear deal. It will run on our … Continue reading →

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Hiroshima – Nagasaki Commemorations Set

Posted on July 20, 2015 by VFP Linus Pauling Chapter

Corvallis, Oregon peace activists recognize 70th anniversary of nuclear attacks with theme, “Never Again” — Corvallis peace & justice groups, including Veterans For Peace, Women’s Int’l League for Peace & Freedom (WILPF), several faith groups and Alternatives To War, will host three … Continue reading →

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