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"I wish to voice my support of this brave and courageous officer in his refusal to participate in an illegal and immoral war."
Ms. Sally Davidson, Military Families Speak Out NY/NJ/CT, New York NY

"Thank you. You have many more supporters in spirit around the world, through time from the past into the future, than will ever even know your name!"
Mr. Joseph Maizlish, Los Angeles CA

"While Army officers have a reputation, especially among enlisted, for simply going along with the program and trying to build their careers with the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, I have always thought that many of them deeply disagree and feel an ugly responsibility for being in charge of madness, death and destruction. I am very glad to see that an officer is willing to give up his career to help stop this war."
Ms. Jeri L Reed, Mother of Iraq Veteran, Norman OK

"I am encouraged by your courage, LT, to risk the potential loss of freedom, and the anger of many of your colleagues and family, in order to stand up for what is right. Your individual action and choice to say no to further participation in killing is the most powerful way to bring about change for a fairer, more peaceful world. Pray that each of us has the courage to follow our conscience to boldly, in whatever situation we find ourselves."
Mr. Brian D Fry, Justice Coordinator, Congregation (of Sisters) of St. Joseph, Cleveland, OH

"Bravery is not found only on the battlefield -- sometimes it involves standing up for what is right, no matter what."
Mr. Douglas Crews, Oceanside CA

 "Thank you SIR! I was against the war before it started. ... Because of brave individuals such as yourself, I can once again be a proud American. Thank You"
Mr. Dan C Burnam, Peace Action Denton, Denton TX

"Members of the armed forces are more qualified than any other Americans to judge the legality and morality of the U.S. presence in Iraq. Thank you LT for having the courage to stand up for what you know is right."
Ms. Rachel White, Salt Lake City UT 

"It is EVERY American citizens right and DUTY to speak out and hold our government, local, state, or federal accountable for their actions. When government, elected or appointed individuals break the law and commit illegal acts a citizen of a free society is OBLIGATED to refuse to participate in these illegal acts and to blow the whistle on those who do."
Mr. Douglas R Kowalske, Dearborn MI

"I thank you for your courage to stand up & do the right thing. As an officer, your job is to lead people in a good way. Thanks for being an example who will go down in history for others to look up to & salute for your bravery."
Ms. Vrnda Dasi, Denver CO

"Thank you for your courage and example. I hope others will follow and help steer a course out of this terrible war."
Ms. Rochelle Towers, Oakland CA

"This war should have never been started. This WAR = Hate, Killing and more Hate at the US. Stop it NOW."
Joe C Leonardo, Honolulu HI

"The strength and courage it takes to consider one's role in the military once one is in it and to exercise a moral, ethical or spiritual withdrawal from militaristic mindedness is far more noble than knowing what you are doing is, or might not be right, but still going along with it anyway."
Mr. Oskar P Castro, National Youth & Militarism Program/AFSC Coordinator, Philadelphia PA

"Thank you for having the courage and integrity to keep your oath to Defend the Constitution."
Ms. Denise Powers, Sammamish WA

"I support this Officer's refusal to perpetuate this immoral and senseless war. There are many ways that the United States could assist the people of Iraq eliminate terrorists from their land. Killing innocent people, and sacrificing the lives of courageous our armed forces is not the honorable way for Americans to demonstrate their compassion."
Ms. Lenore Doyle, Tumwater US

"Your courage is priceless. Thank you for standing up for democracy and the international rule of law."
Ms. Martha L Schmidt, Seattle WA

"Thank you for risking your career, status, and possibly your freedom for taking a bold stand against this insane war. My son just turned 18 and the thought of him dying for NOTHING upsets me a lot. Not to mention the thousands of Iraqi innocents, and the destruction we have caused in the course of this war."
Ms. Valerie S Kime, Lafayette CO

"This is what real heroism is all about. Safeguarding freedom, justice, and peace for all."
Ms. Anne del Prado, Freeport TX

"Thank you LT for speaking your conscience! We must end our involvement in this war immediately!"
Ms. Phyllis Stern, CodePink Women for Peace, New York NY

"The President won't stop the war. Congress won't stop the war. That leaves it us to us -- we the people and our troops."
Mr. Ben Chitty, Vietnam Veterans Against the War, Yonkers NY

"My friend lost his son on Feb 25, 2005. The family continues to suffer, and I want to see no other families bear this burden."
Mrs. Kathy R Miller, Teacher, Weston, MO

"Please know that many in the USA and around the world are with you. My family is with you, and your family, because your decision will impact them in so many ways. I know this because my son just returned home after serving 13 months at Fort Sill for refusing to carry weapons or go to Iraq as they claimed.  We are grateful to so many peace loving people in the USA and around the world who kept our son comforted and reassured through letters and cards of support.  We will not do any less for you. God bless you and your  family as you embark on this difficulty journey of standing up to Goliath."
Sarah  Lucas, and family, Boston, MA
 
"As a former Infantryman taught to kill and now a member of Veterans for Peace I appalude and support you in your courageous move. God and country and world be with you. You know you are right. We know you are right. Let’s continue to stand tall for peace and justice."
Jack Gilroy
 
Last Updated ( Monday, 12 June 2006 )
 
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Among the Watada Supporters . . .

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We gratefully acknowledge US Rep. Mike Honda, Willie Nelson, Harry Belafonte, Mike Farrell, Ed Asner, Randi Rhodes, Susan Sarandon, Martin Sheen and many others for their support. Read their statements

Watada on NPR

Tune in or listen online: NPR's Jan 25 Fresh Air interview with Lt. Watada.

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