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In early April, Congress moved closer toward real action to protect innocent lives in Darfur, Sudan, by passing the Darfur Peace and Accountability Act in the House of Representatives, and adding additional funds to the House and Senate emergency spending bills. (Read more about this legislation.) What to write
Calls, letters and in-person meetings from concerned constituents over the past six months have made a real difference. These victories are huge steps in the right direction, but they are only significant if, in the next month, the whole Congress supports at least $173 million in funding for peacekeepers in Darfur. Contact your members of Congress today and tell them to protect civilians in Darfur by supporting the peacekeepers! Describe how you became concerned with the situation in Darfur and how important ending genocide is to you, your family and your community of faith. “Congress must support the peacekeepers in Darfur with at least $173 million for 2006.” Compose Your Message |