Maryland Peace Action , 431 Notre Dame Lane, Apt. 206, Baltimore, MD 21212
Ph: 410-323-1607;
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For Immediate Release – March 25, 2022
Russia Out of Ukraine Peace Vigil Across
from St. Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church
WHO:
Maryland
Peace Action strongly
condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The group opposes the use of naked
aggression in Ukraine, and places like Iraq, Syria, Yemen and, sadly, so many
others. It is time to put an end to wars of aggression as an accepted tool of
statecraft. As with all wars, it is innocent civilians who will suffer the
brunt of the violence, and with Ukraine, there will certainly be devastating
humanitarian and displacement impacts.
The U.S. should push for a ceasefire and be prepared to contribute generously to humanitarian aid programs and to support displaced Ukrainians and other victims of this war. Negotiation, and diplomatic off-ramps, should be the number one focus as we work to end this conflict and keep it from spiraling out of control. We must make it clear that the war in Ukraine is a disaster for the people of Ukraine and a terrible threat to us all, including increasing the danger of nuclear war
WHAT: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian president, called on the global community to speak out in unison against Putin's attack: "Come from your offices, your homes, your schools and universities. Come in the name of peace." In a video address, posted on social media, he added “Come to your squares, your streets. Make yourselves visible and heard." No to War in Ukraine; and Yes to Negotiations and Peace. Unfortunately, the indiscriminate attacks on civilian areas and strikes on protected objects such as hospitals continue. The Russian military has shown disregard for civilian lives in using inaccurate ballistic missiles in densely populated areas. Members of Maryland Peace Action want to show solidarity with the brave Russian people speaking out against the invasion and members of the Ukrainian community, including the parishioners of St. Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church.
WHEN AND WHERE: Sunday, March 27 from 1 to 2 PM at 2401
Eastern Avenue, Baltimore 21224 in Patterson Park across from St. Michael
Church
WHY: This dispute between
Russia and Ukraine and by extension NATO must result in a ceasefire as soon as
possible. All diplomatic efforts must be pursued. For
example, the United States could issue a declaration of a moratorium on
Ukrainian membership in NATO for a period of 20 years. The Biden administration
could remove US nuclear weapons from Europe. And finally, negotiations
should take place regarding nuclear weapons disarmament. The United
Nations must use its influence to convince Russian authorities to negotiate a
cease fire with the Ukrainian government. The United Nations and humanitarian
partners are committed to staying and delivering assistance and protection to
the people of Ukraine. Maryland Peace Action members’ thoughts will continue to
be with the people of Ukraine as they suffer the brunt of Russia’s violent
aggression. This mindless war makes the point that there is a need for a
global movement for peace that can stop these wars, whether they are in
Ukraine, in Yemen, or anywhere else in the world. Our actions will continue to
influence our government to play a positive and peaceful role in this crisis.
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"The master class
has always declared the wars; the subject class has always fought the battles.
The master class has had all to gain and nothing to lose, while the subject
class has had nothing to gain and everything to lose--especially their
lives." Eugene Victor Debs
St. Michael will hold its next
Pyrohy/Pierogi & Ukrainian Food Sale on April 9, 2022 from 10 AM to
noon. Pre-orders are accepted through the deadline date of Sunday, April
3 at 5 PM prior to sale's day. Submit your order to baltimorepierogi@gmail.com.
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