Council for a Livable World

Political action to reduce nuclear threats

Council for a Livable World Announces Endorsement of Rep. Bruce Braley

“Rep. Braley has spent his career in the House working to assist Iowa and America’s servicemen and women,� said Ira Lechner, chairman of Council for a Livable World’s Board of Director. “He has an unwavering commitment to America’s men and women in uniform and a proactive approach to international relations that enhances national security.�

Iowa’s Top Political Blog Covers the Council’s Endorsement of Rep. Bruce Braley

The endorsement of the Council’s Board of Directors cited Rep. Braley’s efforts to secure GI Bill education benefits for 600 Iowa National Guard soldiers who were denied these benefits after returning from service in Iraq. The Board also cited his efforts to secure Respite Leave Benefits for more than 700 Iowa National Guard soldier that were denied their benefits. Legislation Rep. Braley introduced resulted in thousands of National Guard troops permanently securing access to their Respite Leave benefits.

Council for a Livable World Celebrates Sen. Chuck Hagel as 24th Secretary of Defense

“Hagel will enter office with a mandate to trim the military budget, cut nuclear weapons, prepare the military for the challenges of the 21st century, end the American military adventure in Afghanistan and emphasize diplomacy over the use of military force overseas. Chuck Hagel is the right man for the right position at the right time,” said Council for a Livable World executive director, John Isaacs.

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