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Apr 24, 2008: Council for a Livable World Urges Congress to Use Supplemental Appropriations Bill to End Iraq War
Council for a Livable World today called on Congress to use the Bush administration's pending supplemental war funding request to bring U.S. troops home.
Apr 23, 2008: Council Announces Endorsement of Sen. Frank Lautenberg for Re-Election: Iraq War Position Important Factor
Council for a Livable World today announced its endorsement of Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) for reelection to the U.S. Senate. Lautenberg is facing a primary challenge from Congressman Rob Andrews (D-NJ), who enthusiastically supported the Iraq War.
Apr 3, 2008: Nonproliferation Experts Denounce Administration's Attempt To Circumvent Congressional Restrictions on U.S.-India Nuclear Deal
Council for a Livable World today criticized the Bush administration for its misleading and deceptive comments about what conditions would apply to the U.S.-India nuclear deal.
Feb 6, 2008: Fearing Congressional Opposition, Bush May Back Down on Binding Long-Term Security Commitment to Iraq
In a setback to President Bush's unprecedented expansion of executive power, it appears that the White House may back off its effort to negotiate a binding, long-term bilateral agreement with Iraq that would include a security commitment to defend the country from external threats.
Jan 29, 2008: Bush Vows to Ignore Congressional Prohibition on Permanent U.S. Bases in Iraq
Council for a Livable World today strongly condemned President Bush for issuing a signing statement with the Defense Authorization bill that announced his intention to ignore the bill's prohibition on funding the establishment of permanent U.S. military bases in Iraq.
Dec 13, 2007: Council PeacePAC Announces 2nd Round of 2008 Endorsements
Council for a Livable World's PeacePAC today announced new endorsements of four candidates running for election to the House of Representatives in 2008.
Dec 12, 2007: Council PeacePAC Endorses Jon Powers for NY-26 in 2008
Council for a Livable World's PeacePAC today announced its endorsement of Jon Powers, a 29 year-old decorated veteran of the Iraq war who is running to represent New York's 26th District.
Oct 24, 2007: Council PeacePAC Endorses Hall, Murphy, and Sestak in 2008
Council for a Livable World's PeacePAC today announced its endorsement of three candidates running for reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2008: John Hall (D-NY-19), Patrick Murphy (D-PA-8), and Joe Sestak (D-PA-7).
Oct 16, 2007: Council for a Livable World Backs Merkley for U.S. Senate
The Council for a Livable World, a non-partisan advocacy organization focused on reducing the threat of nuclear proliferation and international conflict, has endorsed Oregon House Speaker Jeff Merkley for U.S. Senate.
Oct 3, 2007: Council Applauds Obama's No Nuclear Weapons Pledge
Council for a Livable World today praised Senator Barack Obama for his pledge to pursue a world without nuclear weapons and improve U.S.-Russian relations.

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Dec 31, 2007: Council Chairman Senator Gary Hart in the Huffington Post
There is something called the national interest. It is not an ideology. It is not the possession of a single cabal of self-appointed imperialists. It is not achieved by substituting consensus for principle. It is not "bipartisanship" for its own sake or in pursuit of bad policy. And it is not a euphemism for oil.
Dec 21, 2007: 2008 Congressional, Political, Cultural and Holiday Schedule
Jul 20, 2007: Anti-War Room (July 20)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World discusses the next steps to be taken by Congress to end the Iraq War after the Republican's filibuster in the Senate of a key Iraq withdrawal amendment. Isaacs speaks with Tom Andrews of Win Without War and Robin Aura Kanegis of the American Friends Service Committee.
Jul 13, 2007: Anti-War Room (July 13)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World discusses the latest House vote and upcoming Senate votes on Iraq with Tom Andrews of Win Without War and Darcy Scott Martin of True Majority.
Jun 28, 2007: Anti-War Room (June 27)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World and Tom Andrews of Win Without War discuss Congressional moods toward the Iraq War.
Jun 21, 2007: Anti-War Room (June 15)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World discusses recent legislative developments on the Iraq war with Darcy Scott Martin of True Majority and Erik Leaver of the Institute for Policy Studies.
May 24, 2007: Anti-War Room (May 24)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World discuss the likely passage of Iraq War spending bill and the next step for anti-war lawmakers with Tom Andrews of Win Without War and Darcy Scott Martin of True Majority.
May 18, 2007: Anti-War Room (May 18)
John Isaacs of Council for a Livable World discusses recent legislative developments on the Iraq war with Tom Andrews of Win Without War and Darcy Scott Martin of True Majority.
May 15, 2007: URGENT: Senate Set to Vote on Iraq Withdrawal!
Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI) and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) will soon introduce an amendment that would effectively end the war in Iraq. The Senate will vote on the amendment EITHER TODAY OR TOMORROW. Your support of the Feingold-Reid amendment is urgently needed!
May 11, 2007: Votes on Iraq Yesterday
Yesterday was an important day. A total of 171 House members voted for a prompt withdrawal from Iraq, a new high-water maker for strong anti-war sentiment.

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May 2, 2008: Help Save an Endangered Incumbent
A consistent ally of Council for a Livable World and dedicated supporter of arms control is being challenged for re-election by a proven fundraiser with an established base of support. Sen. Frank Lautenberg (NJ) needs your help to keep his seat.
Apr 24, 2008: Looking Ahead: Arms Control in 2009
Candidates who win the November elections will determine America's national security policies in 2009 . One of these elected officials will sit in the Oval Office. Many more will walk the halls of Congress.
Apr 17, 2008: Drown out the Drumbeat for War
Remember the people who told us that Iraq had a secret stockpile of weapons of mass destruction? They're back, and they've got another bridge to sell you. According to George W. Bush and friends, Iran is the new al-Qaeda.
Apr 10, 2008: Petraeus Answers Questions on Permanent Presence
Here at Council for a Livable World, we sat through every minute of 15 hours of Petraeus and Crocker's testimony. We posted play-by-play analyses on Iraq Insider, a blog of our sister organization, the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation.
Apr 8, 2008: Your Questions for General Petraeus
Tomorrow, April 8th, and Wednesday, April 9th, Commander of U.S. forces in Iraq General David Petraeus and U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan Crocker will testify before Congress on the status of the Iraq war. What would you ask them?
Mar 31, 2008: Less than 12 Hours to Go!
Today, March 31, is a critical fundraising deadline that provides evidence to the political community of the viability of candidates for the Senate and House of Representatives.
Mar 28, 2008: Three Voices, Three Votes
Today we feature three Senate candidates who can help the next President end the war. All three support bringing American troops home. All three are running against incumbent Republican Senators. All three Republicans have supported President Bush’s war.
Mar 26, 2008: Support a Veteran to End the War
Congressman Patrick Murphy needs your help before an important fundraising deadline next Monday. As the only Iraq war veteran elected to Congress, Murphy is in a unique position to work to end this war.
Mar 24, 2008: Help Raise a Voice in Congress
While the next primary in the contest for the presidency is April 22 in Pennsylvania, there are also crtical Congressional races that are less visible. However, a high profile fundraising deadline for these campaigns is fast approaching.
Mar 19, 2008: Grim Anniversary: 5 Years in Iraq
Five years ago today, the Bush administration launched America into the war in Iraq. It has become one of the biggest foreign policy blunders in American history.