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LII.ORG SPECIAL EDITION:
War and Peace: Resources Related to the Current Iraq Crisis
See http://lii.org/warandpeace
For our entire collection of over 11,000 records, see http://lii.org
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This lii.org Special Edition presents a variety of resources related
to Iraq, and replaces the smaller "Perspectives on Iraq" collection.
In Background and Buildup, read about sanctions, weapons inspections,
national security, the military, and background information on Iraq.
In News, Commentary, & Other Topics, browse resources related to civil
defense, war reporting, terrorism alerts, and a wide variety of
perspectives on all sides of this issue.
We will continue to add resources to this collection.
We hope you find this information useful.
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The following is a sampling of resources from War and Peace
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The World Factbook: Iraq
Key facts, maps, statistics, demographics, and a
nutshell history of Iraq. From The World Factbook,
published annually by the Central Intelligence Agency
(CIA).
http://www.odci.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/iz.html
Subjects: Iraq
Iraq Update
U.S. Department of State resource on Iraq, with official
texts, key reports, and fact sheets. Saddam Hussein's
Iraq is a special report (in English and Arabic) detailing
specifics concerning Iraq under his rule. There is further
information about the United Nations mandate to
disarm Iraq of its weapons of mass destruction
(chemical and biological weapons and long-range
missiles) and its oil-for-food program. Related Web
sites, including nongovernmental organizations, are
listed.
http://usinfo.state.gov/regional/nea/iraq/
Subjects: Iraq
Apparatus of Lies: Saddam's Disinformation
and Propaganda, 1990-2003
"Apparatus of Lies discusses the lies that Iraq has used
to promote its propaganda and disinformation." The
site includes a downloadable PDF version and related
links. From the Office of the President of the United
States.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/ogc/apparatus/
Subjects: Propaganda -- Iraq...
Statement of United Church of Christ Leaders
Opposing U.S. War Against Iraq
This statement from the United Church of Christ (UCC)
concludes that "the case for a preemptive attack on
Iraq has not been made."
http://www.ucc.org/justice/iraq1.htm
Subjects: United Church of Christ -- Attitudes
Iraq War Debate, 2002
An extensive, browsable directory of lightly annotated
links to resources related to the question of war with
Iraq, including suggested Boolean searches for
research enquiries. Some resources are fee-based.
From the University of Michigan Documents Center.
http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/iraqwar.html
Subjects: Iraq
MEDLINEplus Health Information: Biodefense
and Bioterrorism
High-quality information about biological weapons,
including anthrax, botulism, mustard gas, plague,
smallpox, and tularemia. Also includes news and
general resources about bioterrorism.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/biodefenseandbioterrorism.html
Subjects: Biological weapons
Saddam's Ultimate Solution
A companion site for a television program that explored
the question, "are Iraq's chemical and biological
weapons attacks on Kurdistan part of a larger agenda
of terror?" Discussion, photo essay, interactive maps,
and more. From the WIDE ANGLE documentary series
produced by the Public Broadcasting System (PBS).
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/wideangle/shows/saddam/
Subjects: Iraq -- Foreign relations
Talking With Kids About War and Violence
This "guide can help you develop effective ways to
communicate with your children, monitor their exposure to
news, and soothe their fears." Particularly nice Age by Age
section, with "tips on limiting media exposure, recognizing
signs of stress, and how each age interprets war and
violence." From the Public Broadcasting System (PBS).
http://www.pbs.org/parents/issuesadvice/war/
Subjects: Parenting
Security Council Resolution 1441, 8 November
2002
This site presents the full text of the "Resolution on the
return of weapons inspectors to Iraq, adopted
unanimously by the UN Security Council on 8 November
2002" (S/RES/1441 (2002)). Below this document is the
"Joint statement issued by Russia, China and France
outlining their interpretation of UN of the resolution."
From Arab Gateway, which "aims to introduce
non-Arabs to the Arabs and their culture."
http://www.al-bab.com/arab/docs/iraq/unscr1441.htm
Subjects: Iraq
NewsLab Links for Journalists: Internet
Resources for Covering Iraq
Links to online resources for journalists covering the
conflict with Iraq, focusing on the region and the work
of war journalism. From NewsLab (a nonprofit
organization associated with the Columbia University
Graduate School of Journalism), the Project for
Excellence in Journalism, and the Park Foundation.
http://www.newslab.org/iraqlinks.htm
Subjects: Iraq
Just War--Or a Just War?
In this widely-distributed commentary on the potential
conflict in Iraq, former President Jimmy Carter argues
that "as a Christian and as a president who was
severely provoked by international crises, I became
thoroughly familiar with the principles of a just war, and
it is clear that a substantially unilateral attack on Iraq
does not meet these standards."
http://www.cartercenter.org/viewdoc.asp?docID=1249&submenu=news
Subjects: Carter, Jimmy, 1924- -- Views on war
Season of Peacemaking
This resource from the National Council of Churches
(NCC) provides resources to help "raise opposition to
preemptive military action against Iraq." Includes
advocacy talking points, denominational and ecumenical
statements, related links, and "A Litany for Peace" by
Carol Bragg of the Rhode Island Peace Mission.
http://www.ncccusa.org/iraq/iraqlinks.html
Subjects: War on Terrorism, 2001-
Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act
"If you're a reserve component service member called
to active duty, you're protected by a law that can save
you some legal problems and possibly some money as
well." The Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act (SSCRA)
can provide such benefits as "reduced interest rate on
mortgage payments, reduced interest rate on credit
card debt, protection from eviction....and delay of...civil
court actions." From the Department of Defense (DOD).
http://www.defenselink.mil/specials/Relief_Act_Revision/
Subjects: Soldiers -- Civil status -- United States
Homeland Security Advisory System
A clear, plain-language guide for the color-code system
used to indicate "threat conditions for possible terrorist
attack" in the United States, from Severe (red) to Low
(green). Includes advice for individuals, families,
neighborhoods, schools, and businesses; also available in
Spanish. The site offers additional "materials dealing with
terrorism and unexpected events." From the American Red
Cross.
http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/beprepared/hsas.html
Ready.gov
This U.S. Department of Homeland Security site
discusses biological, chemical, nuclear, and radiation
threats, and suggests ways to prepare for unexpected
terrorist attacks. Instructions are provided on how to
assemble an emergency supply kit, develop family
communications plans, and stay informed about
possible consequences of terrorist threats. Includes a
downloadable brochure, Preparing Makes Sense, Get
Ready Now.
http://www.ready.gov/
Subjects: Terrorism -- United States -- Safety measures
MoveOn.org
MoveOn.org is an online network that connects people
with national, left-leaning, grassroots political
organizing. Originally organized for "reaching [national]
closure on the Clinton scandal," its focus now includes
the possible conflict with Iraq. Activities include anti-war
protests, circulating petitions, raising money and
awareness, publishing articles, and coordinating with
other activist organizations.
http://www.moveon.org/
Subjects: Political participation -- United States
Conflict with Iraq
This news site covers the conflict with Iraq. Includes
links to and a discussion of a "dossier" detailing alleged
Iraqi human rights violations. Maps provide Iraqi bases,
army bases, oilfields, weapon sites, and other related
information. Includes profiles of key players in the
conflict, including Saddam Hussein and George W. Bush.
Includes relevant documents and related links. An In
Depth British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) report.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/middle_east/2002/conflict_with_iraq/
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Subjects: Iraq
Covering News in Wartime
These articles, links, and guides provide "ideas and
strategies for handling the special challenges wartime
presents for journalists." This page is one of the tools
for journalists provided by Journalism.org, "the online
home of the Project for Excellence in Journalism and the
Committee of Concerned Journalists."
http://www.journalism.org/resources/tools/ethics/wartime/
Subjects: War -- Press coverage
Operational Rations: Meal, Ready to Eat
(MREs)
Information about that well-known military comestible,
the MRE (Meal Ready to Eat). "The MRE is a totally
self-contained operational ration consisting of a full
meal packed in a flexible meal bag." Includes
instructions for ingestion, shelf life guidelines, images,
and for that anticipatory prandial experience,
descriptions of available "menus." From the U.S.
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
http://www.dscp.dla.mil/subs/rations/meals/mres.htm
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