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  • This Week in the World: If War Is Not the Answer, What Is?

    This Week in the World | July 19, 2024
    Following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump last weekend, we joined people of faith and conscience around the country to reject political violence in all its forms. Just as violence is not the answer to political conflict here at home, it is not the answer to security challenges abroad.
  • The FY25 Defense Bill: Progress and Pitfalls

    Update | December 20, 2024
    The final compromise version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 reflects modest progress and ongoing challenges in U.S. defense spending and national security.
  • This Week in the World: A Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza

    This Week in the World | January 21, 2025

    With cautious optimism and persistent hope, we welcomed the news that a long overdue ceasefire deal was reached between Israel and Hamas.

  • November 2024: Inside the Greenhouse

    Inside the Greenhouse | November 20, 2024

    Inside the Greenhouse is a monthly update on FCNL’s environmental advocacy and the climate crisis. 

  • Senators Gear Up for War Powers Resolution Vote on Unlawful Caribbean Strikes

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    The Senate will soon vote on a War Powers Resolution, as early as

  • A New Political Paradigm

    Update | August 17, 2020
    The 2016 election manifested the deep political and social divisions in our country, revealing stark differences in voters’ hopes for the future. We see anger, fear, despair, resignation, sadness, and indifference across the political spectrum.
  • Senate Repeal of 2002 Iraq AUMF Praised By Broad Coalition of Organizations

    Press Release | April 3, 2023
    A diverse group of organizations applauded today’s overwhelming bipartisan Senate vote to repeal the 1991 and 2002 AUMFs and formally end the Gulf and Iraq wars.
  • Welcome to the Team!

    Page | February 8, 2024
    Here are three simple steps to take in order to get connected with your local Advocacy Team, and to feel like you are ready to begin your citizen advocacy journey with FCNL.
  • My Journey With Peacebuilding and Quakerism

    Update | September 8, 2020
    Growing up, my friends and peers would always choose me as the voice to speak out against societal injustices. As I grew older, these early experiences led me to begin advocating against domestic and sexual violence against women and children.
  • Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    Background | October 6, 2020
    The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) seeks a society with equity and justice for all. How does that translate into our legislative priorities and into the organizational culture of FCNL? How do we live into that vision and become an anti-racist organization?