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Are you or a loved one in the military and having concerns about being mobilized to patrol the Black Lives Matter demonstrations?

Jun 5, 2020

You are not alone! We are here to support you and make sure you are able to stay safe and stay true to your conscience.

On May 4, 1970, National Guard soldiers opened fire on protesters and killed four at Kent State University in Ohio.

CCW Brief on Commission’s Final Report

May 19, 2020

Just as the world began to shut down, the Commission on Military, National, and Public Service released its final report, with 49 detailed recommendations to Congress, and a companion bill, HR 6415, which was introduced last month. Many of the Commission's...

Witnessing the Power of Conscience

Feb 10, 2020

Maria Santelli's TEDx Talk, Binghamton University. Maria is the Executive Director of the Center on Conscience & War.

Support Needed for New Bill to Repeal Selective Service: HR 5492

Jan 23, 2020

The Center on Conscience & War (CCW) supports HR 5492. Introduced by Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and Rep. Rodney Davis (R-IL), HR 5492 would repeal the Military Selective Service Act, terminating the Selective Service registration requirement for all. Enacting HR...

You’ve Been Conditioned for War

Jan 11, 2020

Despite our self-image, we have been conditioned for war all of our lives.

CCW Statement to the National Commission on Military, National and Public Service

Nov 19, 2019

"The Center is opposed to all forms of conscription."

The Reporter for Conscience’ Sake: Fall 2019

Nov 19, 2019

Perspectives on Korea: Then and Now featuring "Conscientious Objection to the Korean War" by Bill Galvin.

Last Call for Public Comments to End Selective Service (Draft) Registration!

Nov 18, 2019

It’s Time to End Draft Registration Once and For ALL! The Commission on Military, National, and Public Service is at work right now to determine the fate of Selective Service (Draft) Registration, and they need to hear from you! Congress established the National...