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This is Don Bryant. Here's my President's Message to you:

We’ve had no shortage of genocides, wars, and police-state actions prompting peace action in 2025. Donald Trump promised to serve as a “peace president” and avoid “endless war” but we see the opposite, including broken ceasefires in Gaza, settler violence in the West Bank, active military engagement with Iran in June and now with Venezuela, along with extrajudicial killings at sea, and continued provision of arms to Israel, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates.

Year-end appeals often ask for contributions and that is my intention, in part. But what is equally valuable is showing up. We certainly appreciate your donations and do put them to good use. From organizing the silent peace walk on the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing; sponsoring Sudan solidarity teach-in fundraisers, supporting Bethlehem University’s Palestine Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability; to helping shape the Resistance Project NEO to foster collaboration among local groups; promoting the films Light, Sudan Remember Us, and the Oscar-winning No Other Land; and reporting on a recent expedition to Bethlehem and Ramallah, Occupied Palestine. 

Showing up is how we amplify our message in government offices, courtrooms, boardrooms, and the streets. Showing up is joining a consumer boycott or the Fast for Gaza which benefits Ashraf’s Water for Gaza Campaign. When we show up in our dozens and hundreds, people pay attention. Letters to the editors of local newspapers enlighten and engage the electorate. Let’s take advantage while we can and show up for one another. 

Cleveland Peace Action (CPA) acts independently but coordinates with national Peace Action and affiliates around the country. You can make a tax-deductible contribution using the envelope in this newsletter or on our website. Find out more at peaceactioncleveland.org. Follow ClevelandPeaceAction on Instagram and Facebook. 



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photo credit: Philip Metres