Deplorable: tribe’s contract for ICE detention centers

Deplorable: tribe’s contract for ICE detention centers

By Bree Crawford Prairie Band LLC landed a $30 million contract to vet and design mega detention centers for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in areas probably including Kansas. According to KSNT 27 News from Topeka on Dec. 8, Prairie Band LLC, the...
Despite arms chase, ‘a better world is possible’

Despite arms chase, ‘a better world is possible’

By Miranda Pelletier Kamran Choudhry motivates the assembly to take action, explaining our responsibility as people residing in the US to demand an arms embargo. A recent meeting shone light on the Midwest’s role at the center of the arms race , and specifically...
Come to International Day of Peace Festival … whoop it up!

Come to International Day of Peace Festival … whoop it up!

The Greater Kansas City Interfaith Council (GKCIC) has seen fit to listen up—a reason to celebrate is here. Months ago, the UN announced the International Day of Peace: Sept. 21, Sunday. The GKCIC jumped into action. Ira Harritt, chair of the GKCIC planning committee...
Nuclear imperialism and KC’s role ramping up for World War III

Nuclear imperialism and KC’s role ramping up for World War III

By Kristin Scheer On a hot Saturday afternoon, on the Aug. 9 anniversary of the US nuclear bombing of Nagasaki, about 45 people packed a community room at the Bluford Library in Kansas City, Mo. We gathered for a panel and discussion of the history of nuclear weapons,...
KC delegates report on DC Days

KC delegates report on DC Days

By Kristin Scheer About 20 people trickled into All Souls’ Conover Hall on Wed., July 9. They heard from delegates PeaceWorks KC sent to Washington, DC, for the Alliance for Nuclear Accountability (ANA) DC Days lobbying event.  Ann Suellentrop, of the boards of...
DC Days wrap-up 7/9 tracks 80 years of nuclear age

DC Days wrap-up 7/9 tracks 80 years of nuclear age

By Ann Suellentrop Note: Ann Suellentrop here summarizes the 2025 DC Days in preparation for the July 9 event Stop the New Nuclear Arms Race! On Sunday, June 8, the Alliance for Nuclear Accountability (ANA) held its yearly training for its members to prepare for its...