The NYU School of Law sponsoreda panel discussion titled “Views from the Ground: Investigating US Drone Strikes on October 29, 2013. The GPB was there, and here’s what happened: First, Robert Greenwald, director of the new documentary, "Unmanned: America's Drone War," introduced a clip from the film. The clip vividly describes a drone strike on … Continue reading Investigate and Re-Investigate Drone Strikes… Or Stop Them Now
Parent Teacher Conference Night Action – October 24, 2013
Being out on the streets, leafleting and providing information to passersby is never so pertinent and effective than on Parent Teacher Conference night. Once again, volunteers were outside NYC high schools ready to distribute student-focused informational flyers to parents. The focus of this action is to ensure that parents and students are aware of the … Continue reading Parent Teacher Conference Night Action – October 24, 2013
Iran Teach-In
On June 28, 2012, the Granny Peace Brigade presented an Iran Teach-In, featuring Phyllis Bennis and Nima Shirazi. Links to videos of Nima Shirazi Phyllis Bennis Phyllis Bennis is Director of the New Internationalism Project at the Institute for Policy Studies in Washington DC. A writer, analyst and activist, she is a co-founder of the … Continue reading Iran Teach-In
A Funny Thing Happened Outside the Drones and Aerial Robotics Conference
DARC - Lunchtime on the sidewalk: Attendees and staff step outside for a bit of fresh air. Nick Mottern of KnowDrones has a model drone. The GPB has flyers. Everybody has opinions. Many lively discussions ensue among demonstrators, conference attendees and staff. It's times like these when I'm really sorry I have only one set … Continue reading A Funny Thing Happened Outside the Drones and Aerial Robotics Conference
No to Weaponized and Surveillance Drones
Response to questions about U.S. military use of drones is often -- use of drones lessens the numbers of ground forces required and, therefore, our military casualties. Here in the U.S the battlefields of the Civil War are known but most military actions in the Middle East, South Central, South Asia, and Africa in which … Continue reading No to Weaponized and Surveillance Drones
Keep New York City Drone-Free — We Are Rolling
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world…"* or maybe even New York City. There we were with Ms. Gizmo at the "Power of Aging" Annual Health Festival. (Click on the photo for a larger image.) The day was brilliant, Thomas Jefferson Park was sparkling, and so was Joan's … Continue reading Keep New York City Drone-Free — We Are Rolling
Vote NOT IN FAVOR of Attacking Syria
The following was sent to New York Senators Charles Schumer (Democrat) and Kirsten Gillibrand (Democrat), and to Congressman Michael Grimm (Republican-Staten Island/Brooklyn) September 4, 2013 I write to ask you please to vote NOT IN FAVOR of our attacking Syria. Here I give my reasons. (I mention here that I have lived and worked in … Continue reading Vote NOT IN FAVOR of Attacking Syria
Marty And The Soldier Who Controlled Drones
As I handed our drone leaflet to a quite handsome young man, he stopped and asked why were we against drones in New York City. I commented that we do not need that level of surveillance and the opportunity for misuse against peaceful demonstrations among other things could not be discounted. He said, but drones … Continue reading Marty And The Soldier Who Controlled Drones
At the East Harlem Teen Fair – August 20, 2013
The Granny Peace Brigade brought the Ms. Gizmo Penny Poll to the East Harlem Outdoor Teen Fair. Our table was lively and often crowded with interested parents and students who took the time to think about how their tax $$$s should be spent in their community. The opportunity to speak with young students was most … Continue reading At the East Harlem Teen Fair – August 20, 2013
Protect High School Students’ Privacy Rights – ASVAB Test Option 8
The militarization of youth always finds its way into public high schools. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test is one effective method the US Military uses to gain students’ personal information. The ASVAB was developed by the military, is introduced to high school administrators as a Career Exploration Program, and freely offered to … Continue reading Protect High School Students’ Privacy Rights – ASVAB Test Option 8
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