Record number of comments on Complex Transformation
The Department of Energy received more than 100,000 comments from the public on their proposal to revamp the nation's nuclear weapons infrastructure as part of Bush’s push to build new nuclear weapons like the Reliable Replacement Warhead. Public pressure had also caused the DOE to extend the deadline for comments on the Complex Transformation proposal from April 10th to April 30th, 2008. The record breaking number of comments demonstrates widespread public opposition to nuclear weapons. Thanks to the help of our supporters, we are continuing to make progress towards a world free of nuclear weapons.
Nuclear Weapons: Speak Out at Public Hearings on the Future of Nuclear Weapons
The Department of Energy’s public hearings across the country for Complex Transformation offer an important opportunity for Americans to weigh in on the future of US nuclear weapons. A large turnout at the hearings and as many comments as possible can help stop this dangerous proposal and show the next president that the public is ready to see the US take leadership towards nuclear disarmament.
You don’t need to be an expert on all the complexities of Complex Transformation to have an impact at the hearings. On our website, you can find background information about Complex Transformation and the Reliable Replacement Warhead, tips on how to comment, and talking points to use when speaking. These tools will make it easy for you to feel comfortable when giving your comment and help you do it in the most effective way possible.
Each of us has something to offer at the hearings. Because the hearings are done in order to solicit community feedback, it is important that ordinary citizens speak out. If you live near enough to attend a hearing, you are directly affected by the DOE’s plans. As taxpayers, each of us has opinions about where we could better spend the $150 billion this plan would cost. Many of us are concerned about the impact our nuclear weapons policy has on the environment, our health, and the international community. Finally, all of us can speak as experts on the morality of building more nuclear weapons because we know that the use of these weapons is devastating.
Take Action: Cut all funding for the Reliable Replacement Warhead
The Bush administration and the Department of Energy are asking Congress to fund a new generation of nuclear weapons, the so-called “Reliable Replacement Warhead.” Under the guise of concern about the reliability of our aging stockpile, the Bush administration is pushing for more than $40 million for the Reliable Replacement Warhead.Take action now!
US Nuclear Weapons: The Next President On Nuclear Weapons
In the upcoming Presidential elections, nuclear weapons issues are poised to take center stage for the first time since the end of the cold war. Already, candidates are frequently addressing Americans' concerns about the spread of nuclear weapons, and questions about the future of the U.S. nuclear stockpile. As the campaign progresses, Peace Action West will track public statements by the candidates on nuclear weapons issues.
The Department of Energy received more than 100,000 comments from the public on their proposal to revamp the nation's nuclear weapons infrastructure as part of Bush’s push to build new nuclear weapons like the Reliable Replacement Warhead. Public pressure had also caused the DOE to extend the deadline for comments on the Complex Transformation proposal from April 10th to April 30th, 2008. The record breaking number of comments demonstrates widespread public opposition to nuclear weapons. Thanks to the help of our supporters, we are continuing to make progress towards
The Bush administration and the Department of Energy are asking Congress to fund a new generation of nuclear weapons, the so-called “Reliable Replacement Warhead.” Under the guise of concern about the reliability of our aging stockpile, the Bush administration is pushing for more than $40 million for the Reliable Replacement Warhead.
