The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais puts voting districts that give voters of color an opportunity to elect candidates of our choice in jeopardy across the country. Although the court has upended decades of progress, we're not giving up or backing down from defending our democracy.

"If Congress wants to end this unauthorized and immoral war of choice, save lives, restore the economy, protect the Constitution, and pave the way for diplomacy, it must act decisively." Via @fcnl.bsky.social Education Fund blog by Scoville '25 Lydia El-Sayegh. www.fcnl.org/updates/2026...

Thank you Rep. Hoyle for your leadership to block more funding for war on Iran! As FCNL's @hassaneltayyab.bsky.social said, "Congress must not approve another penny for a war of choice that risks mass casualties and regional destabilization." Read more: hoyle.house.gov/media/press-...

Well said Heather! Proud to work with you @fcnl.bsky.social

Nearly 60 years later, we must carry forward Dr. King's prophetic call for a "true revolution of values" to invest our nation's resources in human needs, not war. 👇 guides.lib.berkeley.edu/c.php?g=8198...

New: We joined 125 organizations from around the globe calling on governments to halt any support for U.S. strikes on civilian boats. Experts warn these strikes are extrajudicial killings and could amount to crimes against humanity. States must demand an end to this lawless + immoral campaign.

You can’t fight your way to peace. #warisnottheanswer #lovethyneighbor Trump Was Watching a U.F.C. Fight in Miami While Iran Talks Collapsed www.nytimes.com/2026/04/11/u...

Looking back at Earth, Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover provided some powerful perspective for us all to remember:   In the vast emptiness of space, our planet is "an oasis, this beautiful place that we get to exist in together."   We must take care of our oasis - and each other.

📣 “Instead of spending even more of our hard-earned dollars on war and mass deportation, we deserve a massive reinvestment in making this country a place where we can all survive and thrive.” @nationalpriorities.bsky.social

Let this sink in: The U.S. is already spending by far more 💰 on the military than any other nation. Pres. Trump's requested $1.5 trillion military budget would be more than the next 34 countries COMBINED. All while families are struggling to afford food, healthcare, and other basic necessities.

The war in Iran has gone on too long — and should have never started in the first place. Congress must immediately vote on another War Powers Resolution.

Deeply moved and honored that genocide survivor, refugee advocate, and peace leader Yasin Arfat is part of the @quakerlobby.bsky.social community as a Diaspora Organizer. Thank you for this powerful witness. www.fcnl.org/updates/2026...

The US/Israel war has killed more than 1500 civilians in Iran and now more are at risk from these indiscriminate weapons. Congress must pass a war powers resolution to end this disastrous war of choice asap. War is not the answer. www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...

It’s always great to welcome @fcnl.bsky.social into my office. Their commitment to peace is inspiring. War is not the answer at home or abroad.

Here is a running list of statements by U.S. lawmakers opposed to Trump launching a major military assault on Iran: docs.google.com/document/d/e...

☎️Action resource! Tell your members of Congress to pass an Iran War Powers Resolution now to stop this devastating violence from spiraling into a disastrous new endless war! 👉 fcnl.org/nowarwithiran

"Congress must act urgently to restrain the administration before this spirals into another endless war," @bridgetmoixfcnl.bsky.social said. 📣"War is not the answer." Our full statement:

We strongly condemn the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. We mourn the lives already lost as a result of these unlawful and reckless attacks – including at least 40 school children killed in Minab. We hold in the Light all those who now fear what comes next and call for an immediate end to strikes.

Regardless of what President Trump said last night, our union is in a state of crisis. In this moment, people of faith and conscience must act with greater courage to defend our rights, our democracy, and our neighbors. ⬇️ #LoveThyNeighbor

Last night, President Trump once again lied about election fraud to push for legislation that would block millions of citizens from voting. Congress must stand firm against Pres. Trump's lies and authoritarianism -- and we must continue the long struggle for a truly just and inclusive democracy.

Iran. Venezuela. Cuba. Greenland... President Trump's rapidly-changing, whiplash-inducing threats of war are enough to make your head spin. As @bridgetmoixfcnl.bsky.social writes, Congress can and must take proactive action to reclaim its war powers and rein in Trump's reckless militarism.

A group of U.S. and Iranian religious leaders recently made a joint call to avoid war and instead choose diplomacy, human rights, and peace. "If action to transform violent conflicts is not taken now, the horrors of war and devastation will spread ... We can not allow that to happen.”

This week, we crossed a dangerous threshold into a world without nuclear arms control. This moment must be a wake up call that spurs a renewed commitment to cooperation over catastrophe. There is no time to lose. The stakes are far too high for inaction.

This is not the world Americans want. The Aftermath of Feeding America’s Credibility Into the Woodchipper www.nytimes.com/2026/02/08/o...

Thanks to Thee Quaker Podcast for inviting me into this conversation and the spiritual reminder it provided for me.

We are mourning those killed by our government -- Alex Pretti, Renee Good, and at least 53 others in immigration custody. We demand justice and accountability, not terror. www.fcnl.org/updates/2026...

Brilliant! And informative. www.nytimes.com/video/opinio...

Love wins. My latest: religionnews.com/2026/01/14/v...

Members of Congress must call for restraint and pass a War Powers Resolution to block Pres. Trump from launching authorized military strikes. #WarIsNotTheAnswer

Grieving every life lost in Iran and urging an end to all violence and repression. Congress should act to prevent more senseless wars by the White House and support a path for diplomacy and democracy.

Good piece by some good thinkers on peace. cippolicy.substack.com/p/no-to-wars...

🚨 Did you hear the big news about today's Senate war powers vote on Venezuela? @bridgetmoixfcnl.bsky.social breaks down what to know about this hopeful step forward, and where we go from here. 👇

War is not the answer in Venezuela. In Colombia. In Mexico. In Cuba. In Iran. In Nigeria. In Somalia. War is not the answer. Period.

The Trump administration must respect the will of the people in Minnesota. They are endangering Americans.

Powerful statement from the Minnesota AFL-CIO ⬇️, which represents more than 1,000 unions in the state: "We stand in solidarity with committed residents who find the courage every day to protect their immigrant neighbors and coworkers from ICE agents violently trampling our constitutional rights."

Grieving this relentless violence. And grateful for the courage of so many standing up for one another and the world we know is still possible. Read this: organizingmythoughts.org/the-cost-of-...

Take a few minutes to add your voice. Tell Congress: No war with Venezuela!

🕊️Our representatives in Congress need to hear from us loud and clear.

📣👉"The power to declare war belongs to Congress and the American people," NOT the president. “Trump has once again taken power that’s not his. He is attempting to drag the country into war by decree." Congress must stop him.

We can - and must - build a better and more peaceful world. "One that meets the needs of the majority of its people, rather than endlessly squandering precious resources on war and preparations for more of it." A timely and grounding piece from William Hartung in @thenation.com 👇

🌐New: U.N. officials are sounding the alarm over the dangerous precedent set by President Trump's attack on Venezuela and disregard for the U.N. charter. “A peaceful, safe and just world for everyone is only possible if the rule of law prevails instead of might makes right."

Excellent article that all Friends should read.

President Trump’s claim today that the United States will “run the country” following this attack is deeply concerning and a clear violation of Venezuela’s sovereignty. Our full statement:

FCNL strongly condemns the U.S. government’s illegal attack on Venezuela and kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Congress must reassert its war authority and stop the Trump administration’s reckless war-making. #WarIsNotTheAnswer

War is never the answer. Congress must reassert its authority and curb this administration’s horrific and illegal war making. We are holding all those killed and affected in the Light. Trump’s Attack on Venezuela Is Illegal and Unwise www.nytimes.com/2026/01/03/o...

Take stock of the damage done, and keep working for the world we seek. A new year is ahead. One Relentless Year www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Horrified and heartbroken by this senseless Christmas bombing by the White House. The message of Christ is to love our neighbors and make peace with our enemies. War is not the answer. Trump Announces Strike Against ISIS in Nigeria www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/u...

New from FCNL's Lydia El-Sayegh in @inkstickmedia.com: "The president of the United States is directing the US military to commit murder with each bombing of civilians on the high seas." 📣"Do not be gaslighted: The president has no right to murder."

📞Our message to Congress: War is not the answer! 📣Action resource: Tell Congress - No War with Venezuela! fcnl.quorum.us/campaign/142...