No End in Sight for Afghanistan?

No End in Sight for Afghanistan?

The 2013 National Defense Authorization Act passed the House with a provision that would maintain U.S. troop levels at a minimum of 68,000 troops through the end of 2014, as well as a “credible troop presence” after 2014.

We were disappointed that the McGovern/Jones amendment was ruled out of order, but pleased to see 113 bipartisan representatives support Rep. Barbara Lee’s (CA) effort to bring our troops home from Afghanistan.

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How the War Will End

72% of U.S. Public Against This War

72% of U.S. Public Against This War

See what powerful members of Congress are representing their constituents.

More than 200 members of Congress voted to require the Obama administration to submit a specific timetable for ending the U.S. war in Afghanistan. Did yours?

A New Strategy

End Combat Ops; Don't Abandon Afghans

End Combat Ops; Don't Abandon Afghans

This resource is great for lobbying your members of Congress in support of H.R. 780.

Join FCNL in lobbying for a new Afghanistan policy based on our updated 5-point plan.

See what this war has cost us in life and treasure.

Stories & Successes

Report on August trip to Afghanistan

See a concise report from an FCNL-organized congressional delegation's trip to Afghanistan this August.

Ten Years In Afghanistan

On Thursday, October 6, the Congressional Progressive Caucus Peace and Security Task Force hosted a panel entitled: “Ten Years On: Why the War in Afghanistan Must End Now.” The panel was a showcase of opposition to another decade of war by leading experts and Members of Congress.

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Afghanistan: A Moment for Change

Begun as a U.S.-led NATO invasion to respond to the September 11, 2001 attacks, the occupation has cost thousands of lives and billions of dollars.

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Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Future of U.S. Policy

The United States is just one of many countries with an interest in Afghanistan’s future. As FCNL advocates for a new U.S. policy, we should encourage our leaders to listen more closely to the diverse voices of the Afghan people.

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FCNL Statement of Legislative Policy

"Although national security is widely perceived to depend on military strength, more weapons do not provide enduring security. Military expansion provokes fear and potential retaliation.

We support active non-violent responses to prevent or transform violent conflict at all levels.

The United States should develop and support nonmilitary assistance programs in partnership with appropriate international and independent non-governmental organizations."

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Rules Committee Thwarts Pro-Peace Vote

Rules Committee Thwarts Pro-Peace Vote

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House to Further U.S. War in Afghanistan?

House Letter to Obama: We Want Out of Afghanistan

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Afghanistan: A Moment for Change (Jan/Feb Washington Newsletter)

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