Council for a Livable World

Political action to reduce nuclear threats

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No First Use and other smart policies that limit nuclear risks

If the United States uses nuclear weapons first, a nuclear-armed adversary is likely to retaliate against us or our allies with nuclear weapons. Keeping the threat of nuclear first use on the table is an outdated and dangerous policy. A No First Use policy just makes sense.

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Commemorate 60 Years of Council for a Livable World

Sixty years after our founding by Manhattan Project nuclear physicist Leo Szilard, the Council is still working to create a world free from nuclear threats through political action and advocacy. Make a donation in our 60th year and help us build a more livable world for generations to come.

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Twin threats: nuclear weapons and climate change

There are two serious threats to all life on earth: climate change and nuclear war. Both are existential. Both are preventable. But only one can destroy the world in 30 minutes.

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Political action to reduce nuclear threats, since 1962

Manhattan Project nuclear physicist Leo Szilard founded Council for a Livable World in 1962 to deliver “the sweet voice of reason” about nuclear weapons to Congress, the White House, and the American public.

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A nonpartisan nonprofit promoting policies to reduce and eventually eliminate nuclear weapons, and to minimize the risk of war through lobbying and by helping elect and support Members of Congress who share our goals.

Candidates

Meet the Congressional candidates who support smart nuclear arms control and non-proliferation policies.

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Legislation

Learn what bills we're supporting, what various legislation would mean for national security, and where it all stands in Congress.

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Take Action

Nuclear weapons policy can seem intimidating, but you are not powerless to make this world safer from nuclear threats.

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History

Founded in 1962, we have decades of experience in shaping Congress and nuclear policy, and have helped elect 400 members.

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Statement on the Passing of Former Congresswoman Patricia Schroeder

(MARCH 15—WASHINGTON) In response to the news that former Congresswoman Patricia Schroeder died March 13, the Council for a Livable World, with which Schroeder was long involved, released the following statement on behalf of Executive Director and former Congressman John Tierney:  “We were saddened to hear the news of former Congresswoman Pat Schroeder’s passing,” said […]

An early look at the 2024 House elections

By John Isaacs While the 2022 elections are not far in the rear-view mirror, many incumbents have already launched their 2024 elections. This is especially the case for the House of Representatives where each Member is up for reelection every two years. This early start is particularly relevant for the most competitive seats. Six candidates […]

An early glimpse at 2024 Senate elections

Last updated February 27, 2023 By John Isaacs After the 2022 Senate elections when an anticipated red wave two years into President Joe Biden’s term turned into a red trickle, Senate Democrats increased their majority by one seat while Republicans narrowly won a majority in the House of Representatives.   By all accounts, the 2024 Senate […]

Press the Button: The Clock is Ticking

Advocacy Coordinator Connor Murray was a guest on the Press the Button podcast discussing the expiration of the New START treaty between the United States and Russia in less than three years, alternatives to a formal treaty and political prospects for arms control right now. His segment runs from about 5:20 to 11:20. Ploughshares Fund […]

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