If you live in Rangel's district
PANYS nyc
He apparently said, during an interview with Wolf Blitzer on CNN on
Nov. 29 that he was unwilling to use "the power of the purse" to
effect US policy in Iraq. As soon to be chair of the powerful Ways
and Means committee, we need to talk with him strongly about this.
The war in Iraq will only end when funding gets cut. As we know, last
year congress passed a bill for no more permanent bases to be built in
Iraq. However, funding for those bases has continued to come and they
continue to be built. Jim McGovern's HR4232 offers an excellent plan
for cutting funding for the war while still securing the safety of our
troops and fulfilling our obligations to the Iraqis to help rebuild the
country.
Nancy Krikorian of CODEPINK nyc lives in his district and wants to set
up a meeting with him. If you live in his district, please consider
coordinating with her to set up a visit. If you are interested, please
let me know and I will get you in touch with her.
You can also call Rep. Rangel at the numbers below.
phone is 202-225-4365 in DC and 212-663-3900 in NYC
By the way, my talk about the elections with Phyllis Bennis and Laura
Flanders on Tuesday evening was great. Although only 50 people
attended it was a lively and informative event.
Thank you,
Melissa Van
Peace Action New York State