Listen to Afghanistan veterans, Greg Papadatos and Chris Vongsawat
IVAW members, Greg Papadatos and Chris Vongsawat address an audience at a recent screening of the film, Rethink Afghanistan, in New York City.  Their remarks include a discussion of private contractors in Afghanistan and some of the major barriers to training members of the Afghan Army. Download our podcast here.

Lucas Eastwood shares the story of his outpost in Afghanistan
"This hilltop was a perfect target for anyone deciding to fire mortars at us...  We had some make-shift bunkers made out of one-inch steel plates and sandbags on the perimeter of the base.  The bunkers would surely withstand gunfire and some small bits of shrapnel, however I imagine  one direct hit from a mortar would leave very little left of the bunker and anything in it. These served as security outposts." Full statement here.

Take action to support jailed war resister, Travis Bishop
IVAW member and U.S. Army Sergeant Travis Bishop is serving a one year prison sentence for refusing to deploy to Afghanistan because of his religious beliefs.  Amnesty International has declared him a prisoner of conscience, imprisoned for his conscientious objection (CO) to participation in war.  Your letters can help Travis' case. Click here to learn more and how you can help.