Resolution on Iraq War
Here is a draft of a resolution calling for the end to the Iraq War and the use of those monies for social programs like libraries. This is based upon a resolution done in the 1970's against the Vietnam War. Based upon my discussions with many of you, I believe this is worded in such a way that I would support the resolution. Please let me know if you have thoughts on this issue. Thanks.
Rob Banks, ALA Councilor
Resolution on IRAQ WAR
Whereas, the stated objective of the American Library Association is the promotion and improvement of library service and librarianship, and
Whereas, continued and improved library service to the American public requires sustained support form public monies, and
Whereas, the continuing U.S. involvement in the WAR in IRAQ has so distorted our national priorities as to reduce substantially the funds appropriated for educational purposes, including support for library services the American people, and
Whereas, continued commitment of U.S. arms, troops and other military support has not contributed to the solution of this WAR, be it therefore
Resolved, that the American Library Association call upon the President of the United States to take immediately those steps necessary to terminate all U.S. military involvement in the present WAR in IRAQ and to insure the reallocation of national resources to meet pressing domestic needs.