# Back from the Brink

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- [Here’s What We Know: We Won’t Be Silent and Change is Coming](https://preventnuclearwar.org/heres-what-we-know-we-wont-be-silent-and-change-is-coming/): Just like moons and like suns, With the certainty of tides, Just like hopes springing high, Still I’ll rise. — Excerpt from the poem, "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou Millions gathered together in community this past weekend at No Kings: Vote Early events to affirm a simple truth - this is our democracy
- [Announcing the Back from the Brink Hub in Colorado](https://preventnuclearwar.org/announcing-the-back-from-the-brink-hub-in-colorado/): The Back from the Brink Hub in Colorado, named Nuclear Free Colorado, originated as a group of 14 organizations that were opposing nuclear power located in several different communities throughout the state. Leading the Hub is Dr. Ken Lichtenstein, who sits on the board of directors for Physicians for Social Responsibility – Colorado (PSR Colorado)
- [Common Dreams - Remembering the Missed Opportunity of Reykjavík as Nuclear Doomsday Looms](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/missed-opportunity-nukes#new_tab): On the 40th anniversary of the Reykjavík Summit, where U.S. and Russian leaders came closer than ever to eliminating all nuclear weapons, Dr. Bob Dodge asks - how can we keep that vision alive today?
- [MASS LIVE - A life’s work to pull us back from the brink of nuclear war | Paul Chiampa](https://www.masslive.com/opinion/2026/10/a-lifes-work-to-pull-us-back-from-the-brink-of-nuclear-war-paul-chiampa.html#new_tab): A profile on Back from the Brink's Dr. Ira Helfand and his long time work campaigning to abolish nuclear weapons.
- [Building Bridges for Peace in Fresno, CA](https://preventnuclearwar.org/building-bridges-for-peace-in-fresno-ca/): September 21st is the International Day of Peace, celebrated worldwide since 1981 when the UN declared it as a day to strengthen the ideals of peace. For the past two years in California, Fresno Hub leader Carol Goiburn and fellow activist Sharon Bell-Stevens have organized the local peace community in purchasing and presenting an
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - Guest columnist William Lambers: Reagan’s dream of nuke-free world depends on all of us](https://gazettenet.com/2026/09/26/guest-columnist-william-lambers-reagans-dream-of-nuke-free-world-depends-on-all-of-us/#new_tab): Writer William Lambers mentions Back From The Brink in an article about President Reagan’s dream of a world free of nuclear weapons and why it is unfinished business.
- [Diplomacy & Dialogue: The Key Ingredients](https://preventnuclearwar.org/diplomacy-and-dialogue-the-key-ingredients/): There are no military solutions - dialogue and diplomacy are the only guarantee of lasting peace — Martin McGuinness, Former Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland Between 1945 and 1963, over 500 above ground “atmospheric” nuclear explosive tests were detonated causing death and horrible illness and disease for so many people – unconscionable harm
- [Week of Action 2026](https://preventnuclearwar.org/week-of-action-2026/)
- [Announcing the Back from the Brink Hub in Vermont](https://preventnuclearwar.org/announcing-the-back-from-the-brink-hub-in-vermont/): From Rich Rodriguez, Hub Leader of Back from the Brink – VT It’s been 44 years since the state of Vermont’s massive call to action with 155 towns throughout our beautiful Green Mountain State calling for a total nuclear freeze. This was at the height of the Cold War and many Vermonters were concerned about
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - Guest columnist William Lambers: Lake Ontario: A symbol of peace](https://gazettenet.com/2026/09/14/guest-columnist-william-lambers-lake-ontario-a-symbol-of-peace/#new_tab): BftB member William Lambers shares why the debate to rename Lake Ontario can inspire disarmament and peace.
- [Long Island Press - Explosive play ignites discussion](https://www.longislandpress.com/2026/08/30/op-ed-explosive-play-discussion/#new_tab): This op-ed covers the staged reading of the play Atomic Bill and the Payment Due held on Long Island on August 6, 2026 in commemoration of the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The reading was cosponsored by Back from the Brink, as well as other local groups.
- [81 Years Later: A Vigil of Memory, Witness, and the Work of Abolition](https://preventnuclearwar.org/81-years-later-a-vigil-of-memory-witness-and-the-work-of-abolition/): Photo: Paul Sherman *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series On August 6, 2026, faith leaders, advocates, and community members gathered in the chapel of the United Methodist Building on Capitol Hill for the Nuclear Prayer Day Vigil, marking 81 years since the atomic bombings of
- [The Bay State Banner - Dozens gather in Watertown for Hiroshima and Nagasaki Remembrance Day](https://baystatebanner.com/2026/08/13/dozens-gather-in-watertown-for-hiroshima-and-nagasaki-remembrance-day/#new_tab): Coverage of a Hiroshima and Nagasaki remembrance gathering in Watertown, Massachusetts, held on August 9, co-hosted by Back from the Brink endorsing organizations. Speakers discussed survivors’ experiences, the environmental and humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons, and efforts to promote nuclear disarmament. Local activists also advocated for our congressional Back from the Brink resolutions.
- [MASS LIVE - Peace groups mark Hiroshima-Nagasaki week in Pioneer Valley](https://www.masslive.com/westernmass/2026/08/peace-groups-mark-hiroshima-nagasaki-week-in-pioneer-valley.html#new_tab): Coverage of the various events, vigils, commemorations and educational events held across the state in remembrance of the 1945 U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, cosponsored by the Western Massachusetts Back from the Brink Hub.
- [WWLP - Massachusetts calls for U.S. to join nuclear treaty](https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/massachusetts-calls-for-u-s-to-join-nuclear-treaty/#new_tab): Coverage of the Massachusetts Senate passing S.3247, a bipartisan resolution urging federal leaders to support the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and adopt the Back from the Brink campaign platform.
- [Athol Daily News - ‘The danger is greater than ever’: State Senate urges federal action on nuclear disarmament](https://atholdailynews.com/2026/08/07/massachusetts-senate-passes-nuclear-treaty/#new_tab): Coverage of the Massachusetts Senate passing S.3247, a bipartisan resolution urging federal leaders to support the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and adopt the Back from the Brink campaign platform.
- [81st Commemoration Events](https://preventnuclearwar.org/81st-commemoration-events/): This summer marks 81 years since the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and across the nation, Back from the Brink Hubs, coalition partners, and endorsing organizations are organizing powerful community events to honor the victims, hear from hibakusha, and renew the urgent call for a nuclear weapons‑free world. From film screenings and speaking engagements to picnics
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - Steps toward peace: Region remembers Hiroshima and Nagasaki](https://gazettenet.com/2026/08/06/steps-toward-peace-region-remembers-hiroshima-and-nagasaki/#new_tab): Coverage of a commemorative event of the August 6 and 9 U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, cosponsored by the Western Massachusetts Back from the Brink Hub.
- [Common Dreams - 81 Years on the Brink of Nuclear Annihilation](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/81-years-brink-nuclear-war#new_tab): As the world marks 81 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, BftB's Dr. Bob Dodge reflects on the growing dangers of a renewed global nuclear arms race. He argues that today's geopolitical tensions demand urgent action to reduce nuclear risks, honoring the mantra of the hibakusha: "never again."
- [A Moment for Community, Connection & Conversation](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-moment-for-community-connection-conversation/): Last Thursday, BftB team members, activists, and Hub leaders gathered online for a virtual phone bank. Together we called the offices of 130 mayors, city councilors, and state legislators from around the country, asking them to sign onto our letter to Congress urging support for H. Res. 317 and S. Res. 323, the two congressional
- [Holding Fast: How History Shows Us What’s Possible](https://preventnuclearwar.org/holding-fast-how-history-shows-us-whats-possible/): Check out our new video featuring Back from the Brink supporters: “Community Over Doom“ This past Tuesday, the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists advanced its iconic Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds until midnight — a harrowing symbol of the brink the world finds itself on. A week from today, New START, the last remaining nuclear arms
- [Updates from our Washington State Hub](https://preventnuclearwar.org/updates-from-our-washington-state-hub/): Washington State Hub members gather for a hybrid statewide strategy session. In the shadow of the home port for one of the largest collections of nuclear weapons in the world at Naval Base Kitsap, the Washington State Hub has been helping to grow the movement locally for a world free of nuclear weapons. Last April,
- [50 Voices in Congress — and the Future They’re Helping Us Build](https://preventnuclearwar.org/50-voices-in-congress/): by Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator There are moments in a movement when the ground shifts — not all at once, not with fireworks or headlines, but with a quiet, unmistakable sense that something long believed to be beyond reach is beginning to take shape. This week, we reached
- [Nuclear Weapons Now: The Threat and Opportunity](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nuclear-weapons-now-the-threat-and-opportunity/): by Jeremy Love, National Field Organizer On Sunday, February 8th, Back from the Brink supporters and newcomers alike gathered at the Community Church of Durham for Nuclear Weapons Now: The Threat & Opportunity. It was Super Bowl Sunday, and about 35 people chose to show up anyway. That meant a lot. In a culture that so
- [Tell Congress: Stop Trump’s Reckless Plan to Restart Nuclear Weapons Tests](https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-congress-stop-trumps-reckless-plan-to-restart-nuclear-weapons-tests?source=bftb&utm_source=website&utm_medium=latestnews#new_tab)
- [The Iran War is a Stress Test — and the Nuclear System is Failing](https://preventnuclearwar.org/the-iran-war-is-a-stress-test-and-the-nuclear-system-is-failing/): What began before dawn on February 28 as a coordinated U.S.-Israel strike on Tehran has rapidly become an overlapping, multi‑theater confrontation that no existing security architecture is built to manage.
- [Over 250 Local/State Officials Urge Congress to Act on Nuclear Weapons as Iran War Continues](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter-release-april-2026/): Back from the Brink (BftB) campaign initiative highlights growing risks posed by nuclear weapons and the importance of community voices FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ryann Vargas | ryann@preventnuclearwar.org April 7, 2026 — Today, over 250 local and state elected officials from around the country released a letter to members of the U.S. Congress
- [2026 Nuclear Weapons Programs Tax Calculator](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2026-nuclear-weapons-programs-tax-calculator/)
- [Anti-Nuclear Weapons Groups "Paddle & Boogie to Stop the Bomb" in GA](https://preventnuclearwar.org/anti-nuclear-weapons-groups-paddle-boogie-to-stop-the-bomb-in-ga/): by Stephen Wing, member of the Back from the Brink Atlanta Hub By the time No Kings 3 was announced, it was too late to cancel. Our coalition of anti-nuclear groups had already staked out Saturday, March 28, for a “Paddle & Boogie to Stop the Bomb” in Augusta, Georgia. The goal was to call
- [The Iran War: What It Means for Nuclear Nonproliferation & Disarmament](https://preventnuclearwar.org/the-iran-war-what-it-means-for-nuclear-nonproliferation-disarmament/): We’ve all heard the phrase “talk is cheap.” It’s certainly true that actions often do speak louder than words. But when it comes to international relations and global affairs, talk (e.g. diplomacy, dialogue, negotiation) is invaluable and is what ultimately leads to solutions, solves problems, and ends conflicts. Conversely, economic or military coercion almost
- [Millions, Billions, Trillions! Are We Safe & Secure?](https://preventnuclearwar.org/millions-billions-trillions-are-we-safe-secure/): “The American Dream will soon be back and thriving like never before.” 1/20/25 “...I don’t think about Americans' financial situation.” 5/12/2026 -President Donald Trump Millions, Billions, Trillions! Are We Safe & Secure? In 2026 alone, over 600,000 people in the United States are expected to die from cancer - some 200,000 more than
- [Syracuse Action and The Strength of Networks!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/syracuse-action-and-the-strength-of-networks/): From Diane Swords, Upstate NY Hub (/Syracuse Action) How many times have you asked your representative to support H. Res. 317, the Back from the Brink resolution? We in central NY have been spurred to increasing activity because of the rising nuclear danger, but in spite of positive meetings with our congressman’s local staff, as
- [Fourth Annual Interfaith Vigil Marking the 81st Anniversary of the Trinity Atomic Test in Santa Fe, NM](https://preventnuclearwar.org/interfaith-vigil-nm-trinity-2026/): On July 19 at St. Michael’s High School in Santa Fe, local faith leaders, nuclear disarmament advocates, environmental organizations, and community members will gather to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the Trinity Test, the world's first atomic bomb detonation, which took place in New Mexico on July 16, 1945. The interfaith vigil will call for
- [We All Have What It Takes to Speak Up & Stir It Up](https://preventnuclearwar.org/we-all-have-what-it-takes-to-speak-up-stir-it-up/): From Carol Goiburn, Back from the Brink – Fresno Just this month, I finally found the guts to do a live radio show and talk about nuclear weapons. Why so scared? I’m not a nuclear scientist, analyst, engineer, nuclear policy advisor, or author with pages of research for an upcoming book. I’m like millions of
- [Freedom, Independence & Inalienable Rights](https://preventnuclearwar.org/freedom-independence-inalienable-rights/): This is a season in which we celebrate freedom and independence. Last week, we celebrated Juneteenth – the annual commemoration of the emancipation of African Americans in the United States from chattel slavery. Next week, we mark the 250th anniversary of our country’s founding, and our Declaration of Independence from despotism and the pursuit
- [Hope, Resilience, and Acting Locally in Dark Times](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hope-resilience-and-acting-locally-in-dark-times/): Ingrained into the Back from the Brink campaign are two core principles: The abolition of nuclear weapons is both necessary and possible Nuclear weapons are a local issue Words we repeat quite often. Think of them as our campaign’s mantras. But it’s not always easy to believe or understand these words. In these dark times
- [Common Dreams – Don’t Pull the Trigger: Say ‘No!’ to New Plutonium Pits](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/no-new-plutonium-pits#new_tab): In this op-ed, BftB's Dr. Bob Dodge argues that expanding U.S. plutonium pit production is unnecessary, costly, and dangerous, increasing risks to workers, frontline communities, and the environment while fueling a new nuclear arms race. He proposes that the entire expansion plan should be put on hold and a more complete and transparent PEIS process that addresses the entire environmental, economic, and health impacts to the communities directly at risk should be implemented.
- [The Davis Enterprise - Atomic Anniversary](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Davis-Enterprise_Genevieve-Colborn-LTE.webp#new_tab): BftB Hub Leader Genevieve Colborn writes a letter to the editor about the Hiroshima and Nagasaki anniversaries.
- [Worcester Telegram - Time to dis­arm nukes](https://www.pressreader.com/usa/telegram-gazette/20260621/281668261685550#new_tab): In this letter to the editor, BftB member Charles Washburn warns that escalating conflicts involving nuclear-armed nations underscore the urgent need to eliminate nuclear weapons. Highlighting H. Res. 317 and S. Res. 323, they urge elected officials in Massachusetts to support a safer path forward.
- [The Boston Globe - 'Don't give AI the bomb': A 'Boston brain trust' seeks papal backing in new push for nuclear disarmament](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/23/metro/boston-brain-trust-pope-leo-ai-war/#new_tab): A coalition of Nobel laureates, scientists, and disarmament advocates, including BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand, is convening a global summit with Pope Leo XIV to address the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence and nuclear weapons. The effort seeks to elevate global action as AI becomes increasingly integrated into military decision-making.
- [VC Star - Protect future of graduating classes from nuclear war | Your Turn](https://www.vcstar.com/story/opinion/columnists/2026/06/14/protect-future-of-graduating-classes-from-nuclear-war-your-turn/90525038007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z116227p002550l004250c002550e009000v116227d--xx--b--xx--&gca-ft=185&gca-ds=sophi#new_tab): BftB Steering Committee Member Dr. Bob Dodge explains why the threat of nuclear war — either by intention, accident, cyber-attack or miscalculation — has never been greater, and why we need public will to eliminate the threat.
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - Bruce Stedman: Everything about nuclear weapons matters](https://gazettenet.com/2026/06/02/bruce-stedman-everything-about-nuclear-weapons-matters/#new_tab): BftB member Bruce Stedman argues that discussions of Iran’s nuclear ambitions often overlook the responsibility of existing nuclear-armed states, particularly the U.S., to fulfill their disarmament commitments. He calls for adoption of Back from the Brink's five policy solutions to reduce nuclear risks and advance the elimination of nuclear weapons.
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - Ira Helfand: Moulton and Auchincloss should sponsor H. Res. 317](https://gazettenet.com/2026/05/27/ira-helfand-moulton-and-auchincloss-should-sponsor-h-res-317/#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand argues that recent conflicts involving nuclear-armed states demonstrate the growing risk of nuclear war and the limits of deterrence as a long-term security strategy. He urges support from members of Congress in MA for congressional resolutions backed by Sen. Markey and Rep. McGovern that call for U.S. leadership in pursuing the elimination of nuclear weapons.
- [New Report Warns Proposed U.S. “Golden Dome” Missile Defense Would Fail to Protect Americans and Accelerate Global Arms Race](https://preventnuclearwar.org/new-report-warns-proposed-u-s-golden-dome-missile-defense-would-fail-to-protect-americans-and-accelerate-global-arms-race/): Media contact: Ryann Blackshere Vargas (ryann@preventnuclearwar.org) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. — May 19 — U.S. Senator Ed Markey and U.S. Representative Jim McGovern are speaking out following the release of a new scientific report released today by Physicians for Social Responsibility, International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War, and Back from the Brink
- [Golden Dome or Golden Scam: The False Promise of Strategic Missile Defense](https://preventnuclearwar.org/files/GoldenDome_GoldenScam_2026.pdf?_t=1778776992): This report evaluates claims stemming from an announcement by President Trump in 2025 that the U.S. could build a near-100% effective missile defense system within three years at a cost of $175 billion. However, the report finds such effectiveness is unrealistic and far more costly.
- [New Britain Progressive – Nuclear Weapons Deliver No Security, Only the Promise of Annihilation](https://newbritainprogressive.com/2026/05/01/nuclear-weapons-deliver-no-security-only-the-promise-of-annihilation/#new_tab): In this op-ed, Joe Wasserman highlights advocacy efforts by members of Back from the Brink CT, who urged Senator Chris Murphy to cosponsor S.Res. 323, a resolution calling for a halt and reversal of the nuclear arms race. The piece warns that growing global conflict, the erosion of arms control agreements, and nuclear weapons remaining on hair-trigger alert increase the risk of catastrophic nuclear war, while calling for renewed public and political leadership toward nuclear disarmament.
- [Common Dreams - Tax Day Realities: Nuclear Weapons and Our Dangerous, Misguided Priorities](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/taxes-prioritize-nukes#new_tab): BftB’s Dr. Bob Dodge writes that Tax Day is a moment to reflect on national priorities, warning that the more than $137 billion spent this fiscal year on nuclear weapons divert resources away from urgent needs like healthcare, education, and climate action. He highlights the growing costs of nuclear weapons programs and calls for a shift toward investments that provide true human security and a future free from nuclear threat.
- [Unearthing Black Voices Against Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/unearthing-black-voices-against-nuclear-weapons/): As we celebrate Black History Month, it is crucial to shine a light on the intersection of Blackness and an issue often overlooked in the narrative of racial justice - nuclear weapons. The pages of history hold the stories of civil rights leaders, Black Panthers, and black feminists who, in their fight for justice, also
- [The Real-World House of Dynamite: What the Film Gets Right (and What’s Still Missing)](https://preventnuclearwar.org/the-real-world-house-of-dynamite-what-the-film-gets-right-and-whats-still-missing/): A House of Dynamite is a gripping thriller that captures the terrifying speed of a nuclear crisis. It gets some key things right: the short decision window, the structure of nuclear command, and the systemic risks. But it leaves out crucial context.
- [Reason Gone Mad - Welcome to the Nuclear Berkshires](https://www.reasongonemad.com/welcome-to-the-nuclear-berkshires/#new_tab): Members of BftB's Massachusetts Hub were interviewed for this report on the acceleration of nuclear weapons-related spending in the Berkshires area of MA. They were able to share our campaign strategy to persuade cities, states, and orgs to endorse common-sense nuclear policies that keep our communities safe.
- [History Can’t Hide from Kahlil Greene – Will the War in Iran Lead to the End of the World?! Nobel Prize Winner Answers!](https://historycanthide.substack.com/p/will-the-war-in-iran-lead-to-the#new_tab): BftB’s Dr. Ira Helfand speaks with Gen-Z historian Kahlil Greene about how nuclear war could emerge not by intention but through escalation and miscalculation — and why even a limited exchange would have devastating global consequences.
- [ABC News - Questions mount over Iran's nuclear capabilities](https://abcnews.com/video/131266766/#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand discusses the threat of nuclear arms being used as the war with Iran escalates.
- [Clay S - 85 Seconds to Midnight: Dr. Helfand on Nuclear War](https://claydstrategist.substack.com/p/85-seconds-to-midnight-a-conversation?r=1vrbd1#new_tab): In this conversation, BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand, joins Capital & Culture to explain why experts believe the world is entering its most dangerous nuclear moment. Dr. Helfand breaks down the true human consequences of nuclear war, the risks created by the expiration of the New START Treaty, and why young people and educators must confront this issue now. He also explains how public movements helped end the Cold War nuclear arms race — and why that kind of collective action may be necessary again today.
- [Austin American-Statesman - We are closer to nuclear war than most Americans realize](https://www.statesman.com/opinion/columns/your-voice/article/closer-nuclear-war-americans-realize-21960179.php#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand explains while it is difficult to believe that we may again be on the brink of nuclear war, it is the reality we face, and that we can no longer afford to ignore this existential threat.
- [Let's Address This with Qasim Rashid - Episode 212: Nobel Peace Laureate Warns We Are On Brink of Nuclear War](https://www.qasimrashid.com/p/episode-212-nobel-peace-laureate#new_tab): In an ever more relevant and alarming conversation, Qasim Rashid sat down with Back From the Brink's Dr. Ira Helfand on why we are closer today to global nuclear war than at at any other point in history since World War II. We must act to prevent nuclear war at all costs, and Dr. Helfand explains how.
- [The Iran War Makes Clear That Nuclear Policy Must Change](https://preventnuclearwar.org/the-iran-war-makes-clear-that-nuclear-policy-must-change/): The coordinated U.S.–Israel strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader and senior officials, followed by Iran’s rapid multi‑front retaliation, has triggered one of the fastest‑moving regional crises in years. The attack has been widely described by legal experts as a violation of international law, further destabilizing an already volatile region. This is what a nuclear weapons
- [Syracuse.com - Don’t let nuclear arms treaty expire](https://www.syracuse.com/opinion/2026/02/dont-let-nuclear-arms-treaty-expire-your-letters.html#new_tab): This letter to the editor by BftB activist Diane Swords encourages folks to take action through the Back from the Brink campaign, noting the Doomsday Clock has moved to 85 seconds to midnight (the closest it has ever been to disaster) and the impending expiration of the New START treaty.
- [Mass Live - Activists hopeful bill calling on U.S. to act to prohibit nukes advances in State House](https://www.masslive.com/westernmass/2026/02/activists-hopeful-bill-calling-on-us-to-act-to-prohibit-nukes-advances-in-state-house.html?gift=36ace243-b1c2-47e4-9958-0755f05a4799#new_tab): Coverage of S.1649, a resolution in the Massachusetts State House calling to reduce the threat of nuclear war, with quotes from BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand and Anna Linakis, executive director for Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility.
- [Watertown News - Reasons Why Council Should Pass a Nuclear Disarmament Resolution](https://www.watertownmanews.com/2026/02/04/op-ed-reasons-why-council-should-pass-a-nuclear-disarmament-resolution/#new_tab): This op-ed by Jeanne Trubek, Member of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment, asks for support and expands on the importance of passing a Back from the Brink resolution in Watertown, MA.
- [The Dartmouth - Democratic congressional candidate Carleigh Beriont voices concerns about ‘lack of trust’ in politicians](https://www.thedartmouth.com/article/2026/01/democratic-congressional-candidate-carleigh-beriont-voices-concerns-about-lack-of-trust-in-politicians#new_tab): Beriont mentions her support of Back from the Brink legislation that would ensure no single person, including President Donald Trump, has unilateral authority to launch nuclear weapons.
- [Democracy Now - A New Nuclear Arms Race Could “Spiral” as Last U.S.-Russia Treaty Expires: Dr. Ira Helfand](https://www.democracynow.org/2026/2/4/nuclear_prevention#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand speaks on a segment about the consequences of the expiration of the New START treaty between the U.S. and Russia.
- [The Davis Enterprise - Doomsday Clock at 85 seconds to midnight](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/David-Enterprise-Op-ed-2026.jpeg#new_tab): This op-ed by a member of our Hub in Davis, CA encourages people to take action by supporting Back from the Brink's congressional resolutions (H. Res. 317 and S. Res. 323) with the announcement that the Doomsday Clock moved forward 4 seconds in January 2026.
- [Daily Hampshire Gazette - 85 seconds to midnight: ‘Doomsday Clock’ ticks closer to humanity’s destruction](https://gazettenet.com/2026/01/27/85-seconds-to-midnight-doomsday-clock-ticks-closer-to-humanitys-destruction/#new_tab): This article covers the 2026 Doomsday Clock announcement and includes perspectives from BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand and members of the BftB Hub in Massachusetts.
- [Common Dreams - The Doomsday Clock and Nuclear Reality: Our World in Peril](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/doomsday-clock-nuclear-peril#new_tab): BftB’s Dr. Bob Dodge writes about a breakdown of international nuclear norms fueled by “us versus them” thinking and the newly termed “Donroe Doctrine” that challenges our legitimacy around the world.
- [The Minnesota Star Tribune - Readers Write: Veterans Day, nuclear weapons, government shutdown](https://www.startribune.com/readers-write-veterans-day-nuclear-weapons-government-shutdown/601520390#new_tab): This letter to the editor by BftB member Amy Blumenshine responds to President Trump's comments about resuming nuclear testing and speaks to how the city councils of Minneapolis and St. Paul have passed BftB resolutions to affirm steps towards diminishing & eliminating nuclear threats.
- [The Davis Enterprise - Letter: Don't launch](https://www.davisenterprise.com/townnews/politics/letter-dont-launch/article_b6cf6e16-8ebb-43de-9fb4-35601edb2cec.html#new_tab): This letter to the editor by BftB and Davis Committee Against Nuclear Weapons member Sarah Pattison responds to House of Dynamite and urges people to support our campaign and its five policy solutions.
- [The Washington Post - On nuclear strategies](https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/11/06/nuclear-war-golden-dome-deterrance/#new_tab): This letter to the editor by BftB’s Ira Helfand responds to the Nov. 3 editorial “How to live in our nuclear ‘House of Dynamite,’” which claimed that the elimination of nuclear weapons is a fantasy and realism demands that we maintain our nuclear arsenal as a deterrent. (Scroll down the page to read.)
- [Democracy Now - “Extraordinarily Destabilizing Decision”: Trump Denounced over Call to Immediately Resume Nuclear Tests](https://www.democracynow.org/2025/10/30/nuclear_weapons#new_tab): BftB's Ira Helfand's appearance on Democracy Now following President Trump's announcement that the U.S. would resume nuclear testing.
- [The Washington Post - Sound this alarm](https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/10/12/gifted-elementary-zohran-mamdani-nuclear/#new_tab): This letter to the editor by BftB's Peter Wilk responds to commentary from Max Boot about the Netflix film, House of Dynamite. (Scroll to bottom of page to read.)
- [Concord Monitor - Letter: Step back from the nuclear brink](https://reader.concordmonitor.com/story/349248/content.html#new_tab): This letter to the editor by Arnie Alpert and Judy Elliott responds to President Trump's remarks on resuming nuclear testing and urges the NH delegation to endorse the two BftB congressional resolutions.
- [Resources for Hosting a Gathering to Watch A House of Dynamite](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-house-of-dynamite-screening-package/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@ Thinking and talking about nuclear war is never easy, but its something we have to do if we want to make progress towards nuclear disarmament. A House of Dynamite (available to stream on Netflix starting October 24, 2025) is a great opportunity for more people to get informed about the urgent risks of nuclear weapons,
- [100 Days to the Brink: Why the New START Countdown Demands Our Leadership](https://preventnuclearwar.org/100-days-to-the-brink-why-the-new-start-countdown-demands-our-leadership/): We all know how our lives can change in good or bad ways in a blink of an eye, on any given day. Human history is filled with these moments, these inflection points. 63 years ago in October 1962, we were in the midst of the Cuban Missile Crisis. The U.S. and the Soviet Union
- [Common Dreams - Defining Our Role in the Wake of the International Day of Peace](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/international-day-of-peace-2025#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Bob Dodge reflects on how in this challenging time —80 years since the founding of the United Nations and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in a world torn apart by war — there is hope for a just, environmentally sustainable, and peaceful world.
- [St. Louis Post Dispatch - Opinion: Eliminating nukes is both a moral and economic imperative](https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/column/article_b0b0bb44-43e8-4efa-be8a-fb9418e4ef82.html#new_tab): Writer William Lambers encourages citizens to push legislators to prioritize nuclear disarmament as a way to commemorate International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. He also encourages participation in the Back From the Brink campaign.
- [Davis Enterprise - Join effort against nuclear weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Davis-Enterprise_92425.jpeg#new_tab): This op-ed by Back from the Brink Hub leader Genevieve Diane Colborn invites action around the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons on September 26.
- [September 26: A Day to Call on Leaders to Support a World Free of Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/september-26-a-day-to-call-on-leaders-to-support-a-world-free-of-nuclear-weapons/): The very first resolution adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1946 concerned nuclear disarmament as one of its highest priorities — a reflection of how important this was and continues to be for many nations, communities, and billions of people around the world. In 2013, to “raise public awareness and to seek deeper
- [“We Will Not Be Quiet”: Moral Courage in the Face of Policy Violence](https://preventnuclearwar.org/we-will-not-be-quiet-moral-courage-in-the-face-of-policy-violence/): *This post is part of our Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future series by Danny Hall On Monday, September 15th, I joined a powerful Moral Monday livestream—part of Moral Mondays: A Southern Call to Conscience, the protest movement founded in 2013 by Bishop William J. Barber II. Rooted in nonviolent moral resistance, Moral
- [BftB Hub Members Testify at Massachusetts State Legislature](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-hub-members-testify-at-massachusetts-state-legislature/): On September 10th, a committee of the Massachusetts State Legislature held a hearing on a Back from the Brink resolution, S. 1649, a “Resolution to embrace the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and move the U.S. back from the brink of nuclear war.” Nine members of the Boston and western Massachusetts Hubs testified
- [Witness, Not Warheads: A Vigil of Remembrance, Resistance, and Renewal](https://preventnuclearwar.org/witness-not-warheads/): *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series By Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for Back from the Brink On August 6, 2025, faith leaders, peace advocates, and community members gathered at the United Methodist Building on Capitol Hill to mark
- [Beginner’s Guide to Nuclear Weapons: Learn the Risks, Myths, and How to Take Action](https://preventnuclearwar.org/beginners-guide-to-nuclear-weapons-risks-myths-action/): Our Beginner’s Guide to Nuclear Weapons explains the risks, myths, and humanitarian impacts—and how you can help prevent nuclear war.
- [What Would Be the Immediate Effects of a Nuclear War?](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Fact-Sheet_Immediate-Effects-of-Nuclear-War.pdf#new_tab): On August 6th and 9th 1945, the U.S. dropped atomic bombs on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki killing an estimated 210,000 people instantly or within the first five months. This fact sheet lays out the scale of destruction by distance from the epicenter using the model of a single 20 megaton bomb.
- [Can Nuclear War Really Happen](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Fact-Sheet_Can-Nuclear-War-Really-Happen.pdf#new_tab): Throughout the nuclear weapons era, the world has had countless nuclear close-calls and near-misses–as a result of human error, hubris and miscalculation, escalating wars and armed conflicts, and technology failures. This fact sheet covers what factors drive the danger of nuclear war.
- [Would Nuclear War Between the US and Russia End Human Civilization?](https://preventnuclearwar.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Fact-Sheet_Would-US-Russia-Nuclear-War-End-Civilization.pdf#new_tab): The United States and Russia possess some 88% of the world’s 12,120 nuclear weapons—5177 and 5459, respectively. This fact sheet outlines what a likely scenario would be if there was a U.S.-Russia nuclear war in which they deployed most of their strategic nuclear weapons.
- [Massachusetts Teachers Association Endorses BftB](https://preventnuclearwar.org/mta-endorses-bftb/): Last month, the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) Board unanimously voted to endorse Back from the Brink and our five policy solutions. The MTA represents 117,000 teachers, faculty, professional staff and education support professionals working at public schools, colleges and universities across Massachusetts. Founded in 1845, they are currently the largest labor union in New England.
- [Paper Cranes, Pencils, and the Power of Community Care](https://preventnuclearwar.org/paper-cranes-pencils-and-the-power-of-community-care/): From left to right: Caleb Johnson (SND member, Georgia State student), Corey Sapp (Mary Mcloed Bethune Middle School Assistant Principal), Jimmie Conle Henderson (Georgia State alum, BftB Atlanta Hub coordinator, SND Atlanta co-founder) From left to right: Caleb Johnson (Georgia State student, SND member), Tonya Izzard (Stephenson Middle School Principal), Jimmie Conle Henderson (Georgia State
- [The Progressive Magazine - After Eighty Years, Nuclear Threat Remains Grave](https://progressive.org/op-eds/after-eighty-years-nuclear-threat-remains-grave-helfand-20250801/#new_tab): In this op-ed by BftB’s Dr. Ira Helfand, he marks 80 years since the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, highlights the growing nuclear threat, and urges action through Back from the Brink and H. Res. 317 to build a broad movement for verifiable, enforceable elimination of nuclear weapons.
- [Community Alliance - Ending the Delusion of Nuclear Weapons](https://fresnoalliance.com/ending-the-delusion-of-nuclear-weapons/#new_tab): In this op-ed by BftB Hub Leader Carol Goiburn, she reflects on JFK’s call for peace, traces the history of nuclear weapons and protests, and warns that the growing nuclear arsenals today threaten civilization, urging renewed awareness and action to prevent catastrophe.
- [New York Times Opinion - My Generation’s Deadly Inheritance](https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/09/opinion/nuclear-weapons-war-threat-generation.html?searchResultPosition=1#new_tab): This op-ed by Spencer Cohen references the work of Students for Nuclear Disarmament, an organization of high school and college students fighting the threat of nuclear weapons — and a Back from the Brink partner.
- [A Survivor’s Lesson from August 6th: When More People Know, More Will Act](https://preventnuclearwar.org/survivors-lesson-from-august-6/): On August 6, 1945, 10-year-old Hideko Tamura learned more than anyone should ever know about nuclear weapons and the unimaginable destruction, terror, violence and pain they cause. Eighty years later, Hideko, who survived the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima, is a beacon and ambassador for peace. She exudes hope and a love for life, nature
- [BftB Brings Communities Together at 3MSP](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-brings-communities-together-at-3msp/)
- [80th Commemoration Events with BftB Hubs](https://preventnuclearwar.org/80th-commemoration-events-with-bftb-hubs/): This summer marks 80 years since the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and across the nation, Back from the Brink Hubs are organizing powerful community events to honor the victims, hear from hibakusha, and renew the urgent call for a nuclear weapons‑free world. From teach‑ins and film screenings to panel discussions and vigils, these gatherings invite
- [Announcing the Back from the Brink DC Hub](https://preventnuclearwar.org/announcing-the-back-from-the-brink-dc-hub/): Nuclear Politics Summer Program hosted by Soka University of America’s Institute for Global Solutions Nuclear Politics Summer Program hosted by Soka University of America’s Institute for Global Solutions Nuclear Politics Summer Program hosted by Soka University of America’s Institute for Global Solutions From Elena Finley, DC Hub Leader My work in national security, foreign policy,
- [A Powerful Launch for the Back from the Brink New Mexico Hub](https://preventnuclearwar.org/powerful-launch-for-bftb-nm-hub/): Back from the Brink New Mexico Hub Kick-off Event on July 12, 2025. Photo credit: Tom Green. Back from the Brink New Mexico Hub Kick-off Event on July 12, 2025. Photo credit: Tom Green. Back from the Brink New Mexico Hub Kick-off Event on July 12, 2025. Photo credit: Tom Green. Back from the Brink
- [Yolo County Passes BftB Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/yolo-county-passes-bftb-resolution/): Left to right: Sheila Allen (Yolo County Supervisor, District 4), Angel Barajas (Yolo County Supervisor, District 5), Doug Walter, Genevieve Diane Colborn, Tom Pattison, Mary Vixie Sandy (Yolo County Board Chair and Supervisor, District 3), Sarah Pattison, Lucas Frerichs (Yolo County Supervisor, District 2), Judy Reynolds, Oscar Villegas (Yolo County Supervisor, District 1) On July 22, 2025, the Yolo County
- [80th Commemoration Events with BftB Hubs](https://preventnuclearwar.org/80th-commemoration-events-with-bftb-hubs/): This summer marks 80 years since the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and across the nation, Back from the Brink Hubs are organizing powerful community events to honor the victims, hear from hibakusha, and renew the urgent call for a nuclear weapons‑free world. From teach‑ins and film screenings to panel discussions and vigils, these gatherings invite
- [Crying Out for Change: The Moral Call for Justice](https://preventnuclearwar.org/crying-out-for-change-the-moral-call-for-justice/): *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series By Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for Back from the Brink “This is not about coming together to simply feel good. We come to cry—not just cry out, but to mourn and
- [A Sacred Call to Faith, Peace, and Planet on Nuclear Prayer Day](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-sacred-call-on-nuclear-prayer-day/): *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series By Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for Back from the Brink On August 6th, communities around the globe will unite in reflection and advocacy for Nuclear Prayer Day, a sacred observance marking the
- [How My Buddhist Journey Fuels the Fight for Congressional Accountability and Nuclear Abolition](https://preventnuclearwar.org/how-my-buddhist-journey-fuels-the-fight-for-congressional-accountability-and-nuclear-abolition/): *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series By Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for Back from the Brink At the heart of American democracy stands a fundamental truth: power must be balanced by integrity. This truth was echoed on Wednesday,
- [“You Will Not Kill Us Without a Fight”: Moral Monday & Fighting Policy Violence](https://preventnuclearwar.org/moral-monday-and-fighting-policy-violence/): *This post is part of our “Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future” series By Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator for Back from the Brink On June 30, 2025, hundreds of faith leaders, directly impacted individuals, and moral advocates gathered in Washington, D.C., for a Moral Monday
- [KRQE Albuquerque, NM - Preparations in place for 80th anniversary of Trinity Bomb testing](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XG9nepnvhuU&ab_channel=KRQE#new_tab): Local news coverage including "An Interfaith Remembrance of the Trinity Test," an event co-organized by the Back from the Brink New Mexico Hub, and remarks by Anne Pierce-Jones, local Hub leader.
- [One Day Before Trinity: A Small Group, A Powerful Message](https://preventnuclearwar.org/one-day-before-trinity-a-small-group-a-powerful-message/): Some of the advocates involved in the campaign letter drop (from top-left to bottom-right): Bashir Elsamani, Maria Udalova, Mark Joyce, Elena Finley, Alex Pickell, and Rehema Klueg Yesterday morning on Capitol Hill, something extraordinary happened. A small group of committed advocates walked the halls of Congress—not as lobbyists, but as messengers of urgency, truth,
- [Washington Post - What everyone gets right - and wrong - about nuclear weapons](https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/07/07/nuclear-nonproliferation-trump-iran-israel/#new_tab): In this op-ed, BftB's Danny Hall shares his perspective that the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities did not bolster nuclear nonproliferation, and that military strikes destabilize and provoke.
- [JOTU: 10 Years Later Podcast - On the Brink: The Nuclear Threat & How We Stop It](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8e2ye9OUwkk&t=3s&ab_channel=JourneyoftheUniverse#new_tab): Sam King speaks with BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand about the acute & evolving geopolitical risks of nuclear conflict; how AI/cyber tech amplify the danger; the public health & planetary consequences of nuclear exchange; and the link between nuclear weapons & climate change.
- [NewsNation - Activist: Would be 'regrettable' if Pakistan develops ICBMs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_IWDdW5MTo&ab_channel=NewsNation#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand says President Donald Trump should address the issue of Pakistan's nuclear capabilities soon because of the country's back-and-forth conflict with India, which could escalate into a nuclear conflict.
- [History Can't Hide from Kahlil Greene - Are We Going To WAR With Iran? | Noble Peace Prize Winner EXPLAINS](https://historycanthide.substack.com/p/are-we-going-to-war-with-iran-noble#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand speaks with Gen-Z historian Kahlil Greene about the Iran/Israel/US conflict, the history of disarmament, and the Back from the Brink campaign.
- [The Post-Standard Syracuse - Tell the Senate: Don’t fund Trump’s Golden Dome](https://www.syracuse.com/opinion/2025/06/tell-the-senate-dont-fund-trumps-golden-dome-your-letters.html#new_tab): BftB Coalition Partner, Syracuse Peace Council, pens a letter to the editor calling out the Golden Dome missile defense system as costly, ineffective, and destabilizing. They urge action to stop nuclear weapons expansion and redirect funds to human needs.
- [80 Days of Action, Education, and Advocacy](https://preventnuclearwar.org/80-days-of-action-education-and-advocacy/): Summer is soon upon us and all of us at Back from the Brink HQ hope you find time to relax and unwind, spend time with loved ones, and find some fun and joy in these difficult times. As we approach the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima on August 6th and
- [Back from the Brink Statement on the U.S. Bombing of Iran](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-statement-on-us-bombing-of-iran/): The U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities on June 21, 2025 is a serious setback for peace, nuclear disarmament, and non-proliferation. It was an illegal act which violated the U.S. Constitution – which gives Congress the authority to declare war. This war, initiated by Israel and now joined by the United States, is more likely
- [BftB Hubs & Partners Join Alliance for Nuclear Accountability at DC Days](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-hubs-partners-join-ana-at-dc-days/): Alliance for Nuclear Accountability's 38th Annual DC Days Georgia participants: Glenn Carroll, Nuke Watch South, Tanvi Kardile, TriValley CAREs, Kim Scott, GA WAND, Sara Eisemann, Policy Advisor Sen. John Ossoff, CeCe Anderson. GA WAND, Betsy Rivard, Nuke Watch South. TriValley CARES: Tanvi Kardile, Anoushka Raj, Scott Yundt, Dasha Orel, Raine Gordon, and Pam Richard Kansas
- [U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts Timely New Nuclear Disarmament Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/uscm-adopts-timely-new-nuclear-disarmament-resolution/): Back from the Brink congratulates and thanks lead sponsor, Mayor Quentin Hart of Waterloo, Iowa, and Jackie Cabasso and our friends at Mayors for Peace-US for the unanimous adoption of their resolution, “Urging the United States to Lead the World Back From the Brink of Nuclear War and Halt and Reverse the Nuclear Arms Race,”
- [Needham, MA Approves Second BftB Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/needham-ma-approves-second-bftb-resolution/): Dr. Joseph McCabe and Peter Metz speak at the Needham Select Board meeting held at the Select Board Chambers of Needham Town Hall on April 15, 2025. (Photo credit: The Needham Channel) Last month, Needham Town Meeting approved its second Back from the Brink resolution by a clear voice vote majority. In 2019, the Needham
- [We Are "Up in Arms": A Rising Chorus for Real Security](https://preventnuclearwar.org/we-are-up-in-arms-a-rising-chorus-for-real-security/): by Danny Hall, Lead Capitol Hill Representative & Faith Community Outreach Coordinator Last week in Washington, D.C., a monumental sculpture of one billion stacked one-hundred dollar bills rose before the Capitol, towering in defiance of a political system long addicted to war. At its base, a growing wave of voices—veterans, peacemakers, faith leaders, and grassroots
- [Morehouse News - James Height Jr. '25: Bridging Movements, Making History](https://news.morehouse.edu/james-height-jr.-25#new_tab): James Height Jr., representing the PEAC Institute, Students for Nuclear Disarmament, and the Back from the Brink campaign, made history in Manhattan by becoming the first documented rapper to ever perform at a global disarmament meeting.
- [Statement on Israel’s Strike and the Crisis of Deterrence Logic: Disarmament Is the Only Realist Path Forward](https://preventnuclearwar.org/israel-strike/): Back from the Brink: Redefining Realism Before It's Too Late The recent strikes by Israel, a nuclear-armed state against Iran, a non-nuclear adversary, lay bare an urgent truth: global power is no longer grounded in diplomacy or accountability, but in brute nuclear force. This moment reveals the perverse logic at the heart of deterrence—a doctrine
- [The Mercury - We must end the terror of nuclear weapons](https://www.pottsmerc.com/2025/01/21/letter-we-must-end-the-terror-of-nuclear-weapons/#new_tab): BftB activist Kathleen Welch honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for justice and nuclear disarmament, highlighting the urgent threats of nuclear weapons and climate change. She urges communities to engage locally to build a safer, more just, and peaceful world.
- [Tufts Daily - New club Tufts University Nuclear Activists hosts renowned nuclear abolitionist](https://www.tuftsdaily.com/article/2024/11/new-club-tufts-university-nuclear-activists-hosts-renowned-nuclear-abolitionist#new_tab): Tufts University Nuclear Activists hosted BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand, who highlighted nuclear war as the greatest public health threat. Helfand stressed that while nuclear war is possible and devastating, it’s preventable. Students spoke to the impact of Helfand's speech.
- [Pasadena Star-News - She survived the bombing of Hiroshima. Decades later, she’s sharing her story.](https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2024/08/08/she-survived-the-bombing-of-hiroshima-decades-later-shes-sharing-her-story/#new_tab): Kikuko Otake, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor, shares her story at a Los Angeles event on Aug. 9 hosted by Back from the Brink. Her book reveals the human cost of nuclear war, honoring survivors and urging action toward nuclear disarmament and a safer world.
- [Spectrum News 1 - Hiroshima bombing's 79th anniversary: Survivor's story echoes call for peace](https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-california/human-interest/2024/08/09/hiroshima-vigil-survivor-nuclear-weapons#new_tab): Featuring Hiroshima survivor Kiko Otake and BftB's Maylene Hughes on Spectrum News 1 - Los Angeles.
- [Common Dreams - As the Doomsday Clock Ticks Closer to Midnight, Will Trump Make the Ultimate Deal?](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/doomsday-clock-closer-midnight#new_tab): This op-ed by BftB's Dr. Bob Dodge and Talia Wilcox highlights the urgent nuclear threat as the Doomsday Clock nears midnight. It calls for U.S. leadership to adopt Back from the Brink policies to reduce risks, empower youth activism, and push for nuclear disarmament before it’s too late.
- [Urban Milwaukee - Common Council Will Vote On Preventing Nuclear War](https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2025/03/20/op-ed-common-council-will-vote-on-preventing-nuclear-war/#new_tab): This op-ed highlights Milwaukee’s Common Council poised to pass a BftB resolution urging federal action to reduce nuclear threats. Backed by 18 local groups, the effort builds on the city’s peace legacy and joins a growing national movement for disarmament.
- [Community Alliance - Too Young to Die in a Nuclear War](https://fresnoalliance.com/too-young-to-die-in-a-nuclear-war/): Fresno peace groups, including BftB Fresno, held a powerful “die-in” and protest to spotlight rising nuclear threats. Speakers condemned U.S. militarism, urged support for the Nuclear Ban Treaty, and called for disarmament to move humanity back from the nuclear brink.
- [Indiana Daily Student - At nuclear war talk, calls for action and a singalong](https://www.idsnews.com/article/2025/03/nuclear-war-talk-calls-for-action-singalong): At an event hosted by Bloomington Peace Action Coalition, BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand emphasized the urgent threat of nuclear war and the power of collective action.
- [Common Dreams - The New START Treaty at 15: A Crossroads for Nuclear Disarmament](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/new-start-treaty-nuclear-weapons#new_tab): As the New START treaty nears expiration, BftB's Danny Hall warns of rising nuclear risks and calls on Congress to support diplomacy and disarmament, not a new arms race—emphasizing the urgent need to revive arms control efforts.
- [11Alive News Atlanta - BftB's Dr. Ira Helfand Speaks on Nuclear Disarmament](https://www.11alive.com/video/entertainment/television/programs/the-take/11alive-news-the-take/85-6f84724c-02a6-4df9-8566-36dd5bd275da#new_tab)
- [Common Dreams - Tell Congress to Stop Spending Your Tax Dollars on Nuclear Weapons](https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/congress-taxes-nuclear-weapons#new_tab): BftB's Dr. Bob Dodges urges Congress to reallocate taxpayer dollars from nuclear weapons to critical public needs like healthcare, education, and climate action—arguing that real security comes from investing in people, not weapons of mass destruction.
- [The Kansas City Star - Nuclear weapons are insanity. Why does Kansas City keep producing them?](https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/readers-opinion/guest-commentary/article302929894.html#new_tab): BftB activist Dave Pack highlights the growing nuclear weapons production in Kansas City and calls on local leaders to demand transparency, question wasteful spending, and support a shift toward peace and true community security.
- [Back from the Brink Goes to Congress!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brink-goes-to-congress/): On April 10, Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) introduced H. Res. 302, which calls for common sense reforms that will keep us all safer and put us on the path toward global nuclear disarmament. The resolution advocates for our entire Back from the Brink policy agenda! Specifically, H. Res. 302 calls on
- [Back from the Brink Resolution Passes Unanimously in Tucson](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brink-resolution-passes-unanimously-in-tucson-az/): On August 6th, Tucson passed Arizona’s first Back from the Brink resolution, becoming the 33rd city/town to endorse our policy agenda to prevent nuclear war. This momentous victory comes on the heels of strong, long-standing nuclear weapons advocacy in Tucson, and builds upon previous votes in the City Council against nuclear weapons in 1987 and 2006.
- [Join Our Sept. 25 Webinar: Organizing Locally to Prevent Nuclear War](https://preventnuclearwar.org/join-our-sept-25-webinar-organizing-locally-to-prevent-nuclear-war/): Join us on September 25 as we launch the next phase of the Back from the Brink initiative with a national webinar: Back from the Brink - Organizing Locally to Prevent Nuclear War. We’ll share some of our successes, lessons learned so far, and present strategies and tools for individuals and organizations to take action locally.
- [Watch: Back from the Brink: Organizing Locally to Prevent Nuclear War](https://preventnuclearwar.org/watch-back-from-the-brink-organizing-locally-to-prevent-nuclear-war/): On September 25, 2019, Back from the Brink hosted a webinar titled “Back from the Brink: Organizing Locally to Prevent Nuclear War.” The goal of the webinar was to share the successes the campaign has had so far, provide tools to help get more involved, and to connect interested parties to others in their area who can provide guidance and assistance.
- [A Time for Solidarity and Reflection](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-time-for-solidarity-and-reflection/): We stand in solidarity with people throughout the world who are working to dismantle institutional and systemic racism in the United States. The recent murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd and the violent responses to protesters demand that we speak out as centuries of oppression culminate in this moment of societal awakening.
- [Standing with Hibakusha: 75th Anniversary of Hiroshima and Nagasaki](https://preventnuclearwar.org/standing-with-hibakusha-75th-anniversary/): Seventy-five years ago this week, the United States dropped nuclear bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki killing roughly 214,000 people by the end of 1945, with more deaths and illnesses from radiation exposure in the years to come. Some survivors, known as hibakusha are #stillhere fighting for a world free of nuclear weapons - as are Back
- [Organizing to Prevent Nuclear War in the Current Moment - Join Us Sept 10](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizing-to-prevent-nuclear-war-in-the-current-moment-join-us-sept-10/): Join Back from the Brink on Thursday, September 10 for a conversation about organizing to prevent nuclear war during unprecedented times.
- [Recommitting to the Fight for Nuclear and Racial Justice with Vincent Intondi](https://preventnuclearwar.org/recommitting-to-the-fight-for-nuclear-and-racial-justice/): We want to thank everyone who participated in Back from the Brink’s “Organizing to Prevent Nuclear War in the Current Moment” webcast and conversation last week.
- [U.N. Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty to Enter Into Force!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/u-n-nuclear-weapons-ban-treaty-to-enter-into-force/): Today, the nations of Honduras ratified the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), bringing the total number of ratifications to 50. At long last, nuclear weapons will be declared illegal!
- [Back from the Brink Included in APHA Policy Statement](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brink-included-in-apha-policy-statement/): On October 24, the same day as the 50th Ratification of the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons as well as the 75th Anniversary of the founding of the U.N., the American Public Health Association included language supportive of the Back from the Brink policy platform in their annual Policy Statements. Public
- [Atherton, CA Joins Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/atherton-ca-joins-back-from-the-brink/): On November 18th, the city of Atherton, CA became the latest city to express their support for the Back from the Brink campaign, joining with nearly 50 other cities around the country in calling on the U.S. government to live up to its treaty obligations to work toward total nuclear abolition, and in the meantime, to embrace commonsense nuclear policies that will reduce the likelihood of a nuclear exchange.
- [Nuclear Weapons Are About to Become Illegal Under International Law](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nuclear-weapons-are-about-to-become-illegal-under-international-law/): Please join Back from the Brink and nuclear abolition activists throughout the world on January 22, 2021, for a day of action to celebrate the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons’ (TPNW) entry into force. This momentous occasion is what our colleagues at the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), who are leading this historic effort, have called “ the beginning of the end of nuclear weapons.”
- [BftB and ICAN 2020 Policy Briefing and Workshop Videos & Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/enw-resources/): We were thrilled that so many of you were able to join us on March 4th for Ending Nuclear Weapons Before They End Us: Opportunities Under the Biden Administration to Take Action. In total, over 600 people from 28 countries tuned in live to learn from our panelists and discuss strategies for how to move forward together
- [Help Demonstrate Local Support for Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/help-demonstrate-local-support-for-back-from-the-brink/): As local elected officials struggle to deal with the health and economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, continuing racial injustices, and a changing climate, they are reminded that despite the actions of the federal government, they are ultimately responsible for the citizens in their jurisdiction. This is especially true with regard to nuclear weapons. If
- [Bloomington, IN and Hallowell, ME Join Back from the Brink!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bloomington-in-and-hallowell-me-join-back-from-the-brink/): Back from the Brink is proud to announce that Bloomington, Indiana and Hallowell, Maine recently adopted resolutions in support of our five common sense policy solutions to prevent nuclear war. Hallowell's resolution was adopted on July 11 and Bloomington's resolution was adopted on September 1. Both municipalities also declared their support for the U.N. Treaty
- [Cambridge, MA unanimously adopts Back from the Brink resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/cambridge-ma-unanimously-adopts-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On September 20, 2021, Cambridge, MA unanimously adopted a resolution supporting Back from the Brink's policy solutions to prevent nuclear war and the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. The resolution acknowledges the city and state's notable history in the struggle to abolish nuclear weapons: Massachusetts and Cambridge have been home to many
- [Over 300 State and Local Leaders Urge Biden, Congress to Take Bold Action on Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter-press-release/): Elected Officials Across 41 States Support Back from the Brink Campaign FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kyle Ann Sebastian, 773-941-7919, ksebastian@ucsusa.org WASHINGTON (September 23, 2021)—Today, the Back from the Brink campaign released a letter signed by over 300 local, county and state officials representing 41 states, calling on President Joe Biden and Congress to reduce
- [Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors passes Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/milwaukee-county-board-of-supervisors-passes-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On September 23, 2021, the Milwaukee County Board Supervisors adopted a resolution endorsing Back from the Brink's five policy solutions to prevent nuclear war. The resolution was introduced by Supervisor Steve Shea and was co-sponsored by Supervisor Ryan Clancy, both of whom are Peace Action members. The resolution states that "Milwaukee County endorses Back From
- [Join us for a rally in Portsmouth, NH on Nov. 27](https://preventnuclearwar.org/join-the-back-from-the-brink-rally-in-portsmouth-nh-on-nov-27/): Recently, more than 300 state, county, and local elected officials across the United States signed a letter organized by the Back from the Brink campaign to President Joe Biden and Congress urging bold action and leadership to reduce and eliminate the threat nuclear weapons pose to their communities and the world. We invite you to
- [Boston Joins Back from the Brink!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/boston-joins-back-from-the-brink/): (Councilor Breadon holding the 300 signatures from Boston Latin students in support of the resolution) On Wednesday December 8th, Boston City Council unanimously voted to pass a Back from the Brink resolution in support of nuclear weapons abolition and the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. The resolution was introduced by Councilor Liz
- [Minneapolis Adopts Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/minneapolis-adopts-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On Friday, December 10th, Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously in favor of a Back from the Brink resolution to abolish nuclear weapons and to embrace the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, joining 55 other cities, including Boston, which passed a similar resolution earlier in the week. The successful effort was led by
- [Salem, Oregon Unanimously Votes for BftB Resolution!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/salem-or-unanimously-votes-bftb-resolution/): On February 28, 2022, the City of Salem Oregon voted unanimously to adopt a resolution supporting Back from the Brink's policy solutions and the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
- [BftB Statement on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-ukraine-statement/): Resilience & Resolve: Why We Need to Abolish Nuclear Weapons and How Ukraine’s People Show Us the Way Statement from Back From the Brink Coalition - March 3, 2022 Russia’s horrific invasion of Ukraine has revealed many truths and displayed for the world the incredible bravery, resilience, and resolve of the Ukrainian people. They are
- [Abolishing Nuclear Weapons - This is the Time: Join us March 31](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-open-house-march-31/): For so many years, nuclear weapons have been viewed as a “back burner” issue – something few people thought of or were concerned about. The threat of nuclear war seemed remote. Fast forward to today. A nuclear-armed autocrat is waging a horrific war against Ukraine. He’s put his nuclear weapons on high alert. He’s talked
- [Mobilizing for the Poor People’s Campaign Moral March on Washington June 18, 2022](https://preventnuclearwar.org/mobilizing-for-ppc-june18/): Back from the Brink recognizes that nuclear weapons are a manifestation of a deeply unjust system in the US and worldwide. We believe that achieving true human security demands a commitment to confronting and dismantling long-standing racial, social, environmental, and economic injustices that threaten the lives and wellbeing of so many people. Our efforts to
- [War in Ukraine & Nuclear Abolition: A BftB Open House with Zia Mian - Video](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brink-open-house-video-resources/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mfd5YR0q3xU Thank you to all who participated in Back from the Brink’s Open House last week. It was a great turn out and a truly engaging conversation -- and our deepest gratitude to Zia Mian for offering his views and perspectives. Here’s a link to our Open House Resources that includes many ways to
- [Back from the Brink at Arms Control Association's 50th Annual Conference](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-at-arms-control-association-50th-annual-conference/): Back from the Brink Steering Committee Member Denise Duffield discussed Back from the Brink at the Arms Control Association’s (ACA) 50th Anniversary Conference on June 2, 2022.
- [Breaking Down Silos and Confronting Interlocking Injustices: BftB joins Poor People’s Campaign Moral March](https://preventnuclearwar.org/breaking-down-silos-and-confronting-interlocking-injustices-bftb-joins-poor-peoples-campaign-moral-march/): Back from the Brink joined tens of thousands of people from across the country on June 18th for the Poor People’s Campaign Mass Poor People’s & Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington. It was a spirited day of solidarity and commitment to dismantling the interlocking injustices of systemic racism, poverty, ecological devastation, the
- [First Meeting Of States Parties To The UN Treaty On The Prohibition Of Nuclear Weapons Convenes In Vienna](https://preventnuclearwar.org/first-meeting-of-states-parties-to-the-un-treaty-on-the-prohibition-of-nuclear-weapons-convenes-in-vienna/): We are pleased to provide this report back from BftB Steering Committee member, Dr. Ira Helfand who attended the 1st Meeting of States Parties (1MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Vienna from June 21-23, 2022. An historic step on the path to a world free of nuclear weapons, the formal
- [US National Episcopal Church Endorses Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/us-national-episcopal-church-endorses-back-from-the-brink/): The US National Episcopal Church endorsed the goals of the Back from the Brink campaign at the 80th General Convention of the Episcopal Church, held July 8-11, 2022. The General Convention is the national legislative body of the Episcopal Church, governing the church's program and budget, Constitution, canons, and the Prayer Book. The resolution states: Resolved, That
- [Chicago Becomes Largest Midwestern City to Pass Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/chicago-becomes-largest-midwestern-city-to-pass-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): The Chicago City Council passed a resolution on July 20, 2022 calling on President Biden and Congress to cease spending federal tax dollars on nuclear weapons, embrace the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and make global disarmament a priority. Chicago joins a movement of over 50 municipalities that have passed “Back from
- [Take Action! Urge Your Congress Member to Co-Sponsor H.Res1185](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres1185/)
- [All In: Preventing Nuclear War Means Defending Democracy - Join Us Sept. 28](https://preventnuclearwar.org/all-in/): American democracy is under siege. The November 2022 elections will be a harbinger of our democracy’s future and with it our country’s ability to make meaningful progress on so many important issues, including preventing nuclear war and abolishing nuclear weapons. Please join Back from the Brink for All in: Preventing Nuclear War Means Defending Democracy,
- [Frederick and Prince George's County, MD adopt BftB resolutions!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/frederick-and-prince-georges-county-md-adopt-bftb-resolutions/): Maryland shows strong support for nuclear abolition! Two Back from the Brink resolutions passed in Maryland recently, bringing the total percentage of Maryland residents living in an area that has passed a BftB resolution to 43%! The community-led efforts in the City of Frederick and Prince George’s County resulted in two unanimous votes in favor
- [From the Freeze to Back from the Brink - Join Us December 4](https://preventnuclearwar.org/freeze-to-bftb/): Register/Sponsor In the early 1980’s at the height of the Cold War, Western Massachusetts helped birth the Nuclear Weapons Freeze movement, a powerful grassroots campaign that played a major role in advancing the cause of nuclear arms control and disarmament — and preventing nuclear war. Today, the threat of nuclear war is as real as
- [Saint Paul joins Twin City, Minneapolis, with adoption of BftB resolution!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/saint-paul-joins-twin-city-minneapolis-with-adoption-of-bftb-resolution/): On Wednesday, the City Council of Saint Paul voted unanimously to adopt a Back from the Brink resolution, joining the ever-growing chorus of city councils, nationwide, lending their voice to this campaign! The adoption of this resolution unites the Twin Cities with their call for the United States government to abolish nuclear weapons and to
- [Take Action with Back from the Brink! Join Our October 2022 Action Hours](https://preventnuclearwar.org/join-bftbs-october-2022-action-hours/): It’s crunch time and there’s so much at stake and so much to do before the November 8th midterm elections. Last week’s Back from the Brink webinar All in: Preventing Nuclear War Means Defending Democracy laid bare what’s on the line -- while giving us all concrete ideas for how to get involved to defend
- [Two New Resolutions Pass in Massachusetts!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/two-new-resolutions-pass-in-massachusetts/): This week, thanks to the dedicated leadership of advocates across the state, two new Back from the Brink resolutions passed in the state of Massachusetts, in the town of Marshfield and the city of Holyoke, bringing the MA statewide total to 20 resolutions! On Monday evening, Marshfield town meeting heard a presentation about the moral
- [All In! Preventing Nuclear War Means Defending Democracy - Video](https://preventnuclearwar.org/all-in-preventing-nuclear-war-means-defending-democracy-video/): On September 28, 2022 Back from the Brink hosted All in: Preventing Nuclear War Means Defending Democracy, a virtual webinar/roundtable discussion featuring a panel of experts and pro-democracy advocates. We examined how the future of our democracy and nuclear abolition are inextricably linked — and why if our democracy further falters, the risk of nuclear war
- [It's Go Time for Nuclear Disarmament. Join BftB's Dec. 1 Open House!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/its-go-time-for-nuclear-disarmament-join-bftbs-dec-1-open-house/): The 2022 elections are (almost) over and we can look ahead to 2023—a year that with your help and support will be pivotal for Back from the Brink: Bringing Communities Together to Abolish Nuclear Weapons and global efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons. Please join us on Thursday, December 1st for a
- [We Need Leaders in Congress! Urge Your U.S. House Representative to Cosponsor H. Res. 77](https://preventnuclearwar.org/urge-congress-hres77/): It’s go time for nuclear disarmament. This past January, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved their iconic Doomsday Clock ahead to 90 seconds before midnight, the closest it’s ever come to symbolic global apocalypse. Vladimir Putin has threatened to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, tensions are rising between the United States and China, and
- [Johnson County, Iowa Board of Supervisors Announces BftB Proclamation](https://preventnuclearwar.org/johnson-county-iowa-board-of-supervisors-announces-bftb-proclamation/): On February 16, Johnson County, Iowa's Board of Supervisors voted to approve a Back from the Brink proclamation. Supporters of the proclamation made their case both in-person (weathering blizzard conditions, no less!) as well as via Zoom. Congratulations to all who supported this effort, including John Rachow and Maureen McCue of Physicians for Social Responsibility,
- [154 Organizations Call on Congress to Take Leadership on Nuclear Disarmament & Risk Reduction Policies](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-letter-delivered/): On March 8, 2023 Back from the Brink sent a letter signed by 154 local, state and national organizations to all members of the U.S. House of Representatives urging Congress to take more leadership in advancing policies to reduce nuclear risks and achieve a world free of nuclear weapons. The letter, which was subsequently hand-delivered to
- [Join Us for National Call-in Day on April 19, 2023](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-national-call-in-day/): Folks around the country are getting pretty excited about H. Res. 77—the congressional Back from the Brink (BftB) nuclear disarmament resolution—and we are going full steam ahead supporting it. Will you join us on Wednesday, April 19th and participate in our H. Res. 77 National Call-in Day to make a quick call to your U.S.
- [Anti-Nuclear Activist Dr. Ira Helfand Awarded Prestigious Gandhi-King-Ikeda Prize](https://preventnuclearwar.org/dr-ira-helfand-awarded-gandhi-king-ikeda-prize/): Last week, Dr. Ira Helfand was presented with the 2023 Gandhi-King-Ikeda Community Builders Prize for his history of activism to eliminate nuclear weapons, as well as his current efforts through the Back from the Brink campaign, a grassroots movement he co-founded to bring communities together and build U.S. leadership to fundamentally change their nuclear weapons
- [Back from the Brink's Dec. 2022 Open House - Video](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brinks-dec-2022-open-house/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzxjtNIKysA
- ["Growing Support for Nuclear Abolition" featuring Rep. Jim McGovern - Video & Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/mcgovern-may31-video/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2PkApJH6X4 Back from the Brink's Growing Support for Nuclear Abolition webinar held on May 31 with Congressman Jim McGovern and 140 folks from around the country was truly inspiring. We express our deepest appreciation to the Congressman for his wisdom and insights and for the terrific conversation we had with him about H. Res.
- [U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts New Resolution in Support of H. Res. 77!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/uscm-hres77-resolution/): For immediate release: June 5, 2023 Contact: Jackie Cabasso, Mayors for Peace North American Coordinator, (510) 306-0119; wslf@earthlink.net U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts New Resolution “Calling for Urgent Action to Avoid Nuclear War, Resolve the Ukraine Conflict, Lower Tensions with China, and Redirect Military Spending to Meet Human Needs” Columbus, OH - At the close of its 91st
- [BftB Resolution Adopted by South Portland, Maine!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-resolution-adopted-by-south-portland-maine/): On Tuesday June 20, 2022, the South Portland City Council unanimously adopted a resolution “Calling Upon the United States Government to Lead a Global Effort to Prevent the Use of Nuclear Weapons" introduced by City Councilor Natalie West and proposed by the Maine chapter of Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR), a nonprofit organization of health
- [Fall Advocacy around 2MSP with Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/fall-advocacy-around-2msp-with-bftb/): SEE OUR NEW ONE-CLICK ACTION ☝️ Launched on October 23, 2023. ---------- This fall, Back from the Brink will be organizing around the 2nd Meeting of States Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), which will be held in New York City from November 27th to December 1st, 2023. The
- [All In on Oppenheimer Advocacy](https://preventnuclearwar.org/all-in-on-oppenheimer-advocacy/): Back from the Brink (BftB) activists and supporters around the country are doing all they can to use this summer’s release of the Christopher Nolan film, Oppenheimer, to educate and engage their communities about nuclear weapons, the harm they continue to cause, and the imperative to get rid of them. BftB is providing valuable tools
- [Medical Journals Call for Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, BftB policies](https://preventnuclearwar.org/medical-journals-issue-call-for-elimination-of-nuclear-weapons-bftb-policies/): More than 100 medical journals, including the Lancet, the British Medical Journal, the New England Journal of Medicine, and the JAMA issued a joint call for urgent steps to decrease the growing danger of nuclear war and to move rapidly to the elimination of nuclear weapons. At a time of expanded fighting in Ukraine and
- [South Salt Lake City, UT and New Haven, CT adopt BftB resolutions](https://preventnuclearwar.org/south-salt-lake-city-ut-and-new-haven-ct-adopt-bftb-resolutions/): On August 23, 2023, the South Salt Lake City Council unanimously adopted a resolution and proclamation that endorses the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and Back from the Brink’s (BftB's) common sense policy solutions to prevent nuclear war. The effort was led by BftB Hub Utah Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
- [Madison City Council Approves BftB Resolution and Divests from Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/madison-city-council-approves-back-from-the-brink-resolution-and-divests-from-nuclear-weapons/): On October 3, the City of Madison, Wisconsin approved a Back from the Brink resolution with a commitment ton nuclear weapons free contracts and investments. Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and 12 Alders co-sponsored the Resolution. See the Mayor’s blog at https://www.cityofmadison.com/mayor/blog/2023-09-19/divesting-from-nuclear-weapons. Madison is now the third largest city in the US to limit investments in and/or
- [National Baptist Convention of America endorses BftB](https://preventnuclearwar.org/national-baptist-convention-of-america-endorses-bftb/): BftB is proud to announce that the National Baptist Convention of America has endorsed Back from the Brink. The endorsement followed a presentation by Dr. Ira Helfand on September 14 at the 143rd annual session of the National Baptist Convention of America International, Inc. in Dallas, TX. Faith-based organizations and leaders continue to be strong,
- [If Not Now, When? Time To Get Serious About Nuclear Disarmament](https://preventnuclearwar.org/if-not-now-when-time-to-get-serious-about-nuclear-disarmament/): WRITE TO YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS TODAY The horrific war in Israel and Gaza is the latest reminder that the world is a nuclear tinderbox—one bad decision or miscalculation away from nuclear war—and it’s well past time to get serious about getting rid of nuclear weapons. A member of Israel's Knesset has suggested the use of
- [Local and State Officials to President Biden: It’s Time to Get  Serious About Nuclear Disarmament](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter-release-2023/): Letter Urges United States to send an observer delegation to Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) Conference FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Denise Duffield |310-339-9676 cell dduffield@psr-la.org Peter Wilk | 207-632-5004 cell peterdwilk@gmail.com Los Angeles, CA -- Today, 218 mayors, city councilors, county and municipal officials and state legislators from around the United States delivered
- [Join Us on December 6: Building Momentum for Nuclear Weapons Abolition After 2MSP](https://preventnuclearwar.org/join-us-on-december-6-building-momentum-for-nuclear-weapons-abolition-after-2msp/): Back from the Brink is excited to invite you to Building Momentum for Nuclear Weapons Abolition After 2MSP: Next Generation Perspectives to share with you some of the ideas and energy coming out of the Second Meeting of States Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. This virtual event on Wednesday,
- [Building Momentum for Nuclear Weapons Abolition After 2MSP: Next Gen Perspectives — Video](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2msp-next-gen-perspectives-video/): On December 6, Back from the Brink hosted the virtual roundtable, Building Momentum for Nuclear Weapons Abolition After 2MSP: Next Generation Perspectives. We were delighted that 100 folks from around the country joined the conversation. Four next generation disarmament activists, Madison Rose (Union of Concerned Scientists), Maral Hassanshahi (PT, DPT, PSR-LA), Maylene Hughes (PSR-LA), and
- [BftB at the Second Meeting of States Parties to the TPNW](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-at-2msp/): Photos: Darren Ornitz (ICAN), BftB, PSR Back from the Brink participated in the Second Meeting of State Parties (2MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW)*, which took place from November 27 - December 1, 2023 at the U.N. Headquarters in New York City. The 2MSP saw participation from 94 countries, who
- [Burbank High School Students Win Support for Nuclear Abolition](https://preventnuclearwar.org/burbank-high-school-students-win-support-for-nuclear-abolition/): On December 12, 2023, Mayor Konstantine Anthony of the City of Burbank, CA issued a proclamation in support of the abolition of nuclear weapons. This significant initiative was prompted by the dedicated efforts of Eddie Laiche, a student who founded the Burbank Nuclear Abolitionist Club at John Burroughs High School. Collaborating closely with Back from
- [Opportunities for Nuclear Abolition Activism in the New Year](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nuclear-abolition-activism-new-year/): Back from the Brink starts the new year believing more progress is possible building off of our successes in 2023: a growing network of community-based BftB Organizing Hubs (15 and counting); strong momentum for H. Res. 77, a key legislative vehicle to cultivate leaders in Congress; more BftB municipal resolutions being passed with many more
- [Make this Moment Matter: Take Action for a Nuclear Weapons Free World](https://preventnuclearwar.org/make-this-moment-matter-take-action-for-a-nuclear-weapons-free-world/): “Not since the height of the Cold War has the threat of nuclear weapons been so ominous. How did we get here — and how can we step back from the brink of catastrophe?”1 “We must wake up to the reality of today’s nuclear threats, raise our voices and seize the opportunity to build a
- [Youth Anti-Nuclear Activists at LA Farmers Market](https://preventnuclearwar.org/youthantinuclearactivists-lafarmersmarket/): Our Los Angeles area activists, including Eddie Laiche and Josie Heder from the Burbank chapter of Students for Nuclear Disarmament and Maylene Hughes from PSR-LA, joined tabling efforts led by the Nuclear Threat Initiative at The Original Farmers Market to #MakesNukesHistory ahead of the Academy Awards weekend. Regarding his experience, Eddie shared: "Right off the
- [The Beacon: March 2024 Newsletter](https://preventnuclearwar.org/the-beacon-march-2024-newsletter/): Our March newsletter: youth anti-nuclear activists at the LA Farmers Market, GBPSR's intersectional organizing, and more from NH Peace Action, MAPA, UCS
- [Maryland's Nuclear Disarmament Advocates: A Legislative Journey](https://preventnuclearwar.org/marylands-nuclear-disarmament-advocates-a-legislative-journey/): This article chronicles the determined efforts of one of our Hubs, Prevent Nuclear War-Maryland (PNWM), to advocate for Back from the Brink resolutions during the 2024 Maryland General Assembly, facing legislative hurdles and challenges along the way. Through strategic lobbying, testimony, and coalition-building, they raised awareness and garnered support for measures to prevent nuclear war
- [April Action: One Earth, One Future, Many Voices](https://preventnuclearwar.org/april-action-one-earth-one-future-many-voices/): At Back from the Brink (BftB), we know that nuclear weapons are a local issue. We walk that walk and talk that talk every day. We have a stubborn belief in local organizing and activism and building power from the ground up. We demand a voice and say on issues that impact our lives, our
- [A Conversation with Annie Jacobsen on May 29](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-conversation-with-annie-jacobsen/): We're excited to inform you that Back from the Brink will be hosting a virtual event with Annie Jacobsen, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Nuclear War: A Scenario, on Wednesday, May 29 at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. In her latest book, Jacobsen examines the reality of what would unfold in
- [On the Evolving Nature of Grassroots Organizing](https://preventnuclearwar.org/on-the-evolving-nature-of-grassroots-organizing/): Written by Diane Swords (Chair of the Nuclear Free World Committee of Syracuse Peace Council, Steering Committee Member of Back from the Brink) The anti-nuclear movement is reviving and growing, and Back from the Brink is playing a huge role in this. On the principle that we can do more together, people interested in nuclear
- [Support RECA Expansion: Justice for Impacted Communities!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/support-reca-expansion-justice-for-impacted-communities/): UPDATE: JULY 2024 Unfortunately, RECA expired on June 7, 2024 — but the fight is far from over. On March 7, the U.S. Senate passed S.3853 to expand and extend the RECA program. If passed in the House and signed into law by the President, the RECA Reauthorization Act would finally recognize and compensate previously
- [A Conversation with Annie Jacobsen (Video)](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-conversation-with-annie-jacobsen-video/): On May 29, Back from the Brink hosted a virtual event with Annie Jacobsen, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Nuclear War: A Scenario. We were delighted that over 450 folks from around the country joined the conversation. In her latest book, Jacobsen examines the reality of what would unfold in the seconds, minutes,
- [Rhode Island House of Representatives Adopts Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/rhode-island-house-of-representatives-adopts-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On June 6, the Rhode Island House of Representatives adopted a Back from the Brink resolution with broad support in a 50 - 19 vote. Co-sponsors of the resolution include Representatives Morales, Henries, Stewart, Batista, Cruz, Speakman, McGaw, Potter, and Ackerman. Back from the Brink congratulates all who helped with this historic effort! Organizing efforts
- [Mycelium Matters — Networking for Peace](https://preventnuclearwar.org/mycelium-matters-networking-for-peace/): Written by Kathleen Welch, Back from the Brink Hub Leader for the Philadelphia Area From the National Forest Foundation: Mycelium are incredibly tiny “threads” of the greater fungal organism that wrap around or bore into tree roots. Taken together, mycelium composes what’s called a “mycorrhizal network,” which connects individual plants together to transfer water, nitrogen,
- [From Trinity to Nagasaki: Honor Victims with Action this Summer](https://preventnuclearwar.org/from-trinity-to-nagasaki-honor-victims-with-action-this-summer/): Back from the Brink believes that we all deserve a say on policies that pose a direct threat to our lives, our families, our communities, our planet, humanity’s future. We furthermore believe that it is our responsibility to act and advocate for policies to help prevent nuclear war and to honor all who have and
- [U.S. Conference of Mayors Adopts New Resolution “The Imperative of Dialogue in a Time of Acute Nuclear Dangers”](https://preventnuclearwar.org/u-s-conference-of-mayors-adopts-new-resolution-the-imperative-of-dialogue-in-a-time-of-acute-nuclear-dangers/): Back from the Brink congratulations and thanks lead sponsor, Mayor Quentin Hart of Waterloo, Iowa, and Jackie Cabasso and our friends at Mayors for Peace-US for the unanimous adoption of their resolution, The Imperative of Dialogue in a Time of Acute Nuclear Dangers, at the U.S. Conference of Mayors on June 23, 2014. For
- [Hiroshima/Nagasaki Commemoration Events with BftB Hubs](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hn-commemoration-events-with-bftb-hubs/): This summer marks the 79th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombings that killed and injured hundreds of thousands in Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6 and 9, 1945. Many of our Back from the Brink Hubs and endorsing organizations will be co-sponsoring, hosting, and otherwise involved with events that commemorate and honor victims, past and
- ["Nuclear War: A Scenario" Book Club](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nuclear-war-book-club/): Dialogue and education are critical to preventing nuclear war and shaping policies that will reduce nuclear risks. Do you have civic-minded friends, family members, or co-workers who like to read, learn, and discuss? This August and September, Back from the Brink (BftB) and Dutton Publishing invite individuals and communities to come together and take part
- [Commemorating Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Nationwide Actions and Reflections](https://preventnuclearwar.org/commemorating-hn-nationwide-actions-reflections/): Many of our Back from the Brink Hubs organized and co-hosted events across the country that commemorated the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. These events featured a diverse range of activities, including film screenings, performances, lantern vigils, and community action, all aimed at honoring victims and raising awareness about the
- [Cultivating Congressional Leadership at the Special Orders Session](https://preventnuclearwar.org/congressional-leadership-special-orders-session-24/): UPDATE: Due to changes in the Congressional schedule, the Special Orders session has been canceled for September, and rescheduled for November 13, 2024. Cultivating congressional leadership is one of Back from the Brink’s core strategic priorities. It is essential for many more members of Congress to make the prevention of nuclear war and achieving a
- [Building Local Power: Nuclear Disarmament Activities in the Seattle Area](https://preventnuclearwar.org/building-local-power-nuclear-disarmament-seattle-area/): Lots of exciting things are happening at Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility (WPSR), which leads Back from the Brink's Seattle-area Hub – thanks in large part to the tremendous activism of Harry Katz, who is working to support BftB, WPSR, and the Washington Against Nuclear Weapons Coalition (WANW), which WPSR coordinates. Harry is helping lead
- [We're Hiring for a Director of Organizing & Outreach](https://preventnuclearwar.org/were-hiring-for-a-director-of-organizing-outreach/): We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new opportunity: Director of Organizing & Outreach! This role is a game-changer for anyone passionate about building movements and driving change. We’re on the lookout for a dynamic, visionary leader to supercharge our campaign’s volunteer and activist base and expand our network of community-based organization hubs nationwide. This is a pivotal role,
- [Shifting the Nuclear Narrative: Why Congressional Leadership and Your Advocacy Matter](https://preventnuclearwar.org/shifting-the-nuclear-narrative/): Election day will be here before we know it. So much is at stake for our nation, our democracy, our world — and our critical and urgent efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and to prevent nuclear war. One thing is for certain, Congress will continue to play a major role
- [Connecticut’s Open Letter: A Strategic Push for H. Res. 77](https://preventnuclearwar.org/ct-open-letter-hres77-push/): From Ann Froines, Back from the Brink - CT Peace and nuclear disarmament activists in Connecticut, mainly from the Greater Hartford and Greater New Haven areas, wrote and distributed an “Open Letter to the Connecticut Delegation, U.S. House of Representatives,” urging them to sign on to House Resolution 77 (H. Res. 77), an organizing vehicle
- [Announcing the Back from the Brink Hub in Atlanta](https://preventnuclearwar.org/atlanta-hub-announcement/): Last month, in honor of President Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday on October 1st, the Atlanta Hub of Back from the Brink became an officially established group. President Carter came to office determined to reduce the number of nuclear weapons and to improve relations with the Soviet Union. We are joining this unfinished task. In a
- [Bringing Communities Together: Living Into Our Tagline at Back From the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bringing-communities-together-tagline-bftb/): by Sean Meyer Two days after the election, many of us on the Back from the Brink team got together over Zoom. It was deeply personal, emotional and comforting. It wasn’t a “what do we do now?” conversation but rather a “how are we all doing and how can we support each other?” conversation. The
- [Gearing Up for 2025 - Activism Tips & Tools](https://preventnuclearwar.org/gearing-up-for-2025-activism/): Back from the Brink is here to help you gear up for 2025 with tips and tools to inform, empower and motivate you. Curious about nuclear weapons? Interested in becoming an activist? Here are things you can read, things you can share, and things you can do. Get started by learning more: Read the entire
- [Working for a City Council Resolution in Watertown, MA](https://preventnuclearwar.org/working-for-resolution-in-watertown-ma/): from Tony Palomba (Peace and Common Security Working Group | Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment) This past fall, our working group decided that one of the best ways to raise awareness about the existential dangers of nuclear war was to use a citizen petition to place a resolution on nuclear disarmament based
- [Engaging with the Upcoming Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/engaging-with-3msp-tpnw/): Last week, the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) celebrated its birthday – the 4th anniversary of its entry into force on January 22, 2021, after it was ratified by 50 countries. In early March, representatives of countries that have signed and ratified the TPNW (known as “states parties”) along with nuclear weapons
- [Back from the Brink at 3MSP](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-at-3msp/): [See our 3MSP report back with photos and video from The Role of Cities in the Promotion of Nuclear Disarmament] From March 3-7, representatives of countries that have signed and ratified the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), along with nuclear weapons abolitionists from around the world, will gather in New York City
- [Connecticut State-Wide Open Meeting Extends Effort to End Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/ct-open-meeting-2025/): After a year of Zoom meetings, Back from the Brink CT decided it was time to meet in person. This grew to holding an open meeting dedicated to launching their 2025 campaigns focused on increasing awareness of the threat of nuclear weapons and advocating for the Connecticut Congressional Delegation to co-sponsor the successor to H.
- [Activists Hold Die-In in Fresno: “Let’s Prioritize our Lives for Peace”](https://preventnuclearwar.org/diein-in-fresno/): On January 29, protestors demonstrated against nuclear war by staging a “die-in” in front of the Robert E. Coyle Federal Building in downtown Fresno, California. It was a time for participants to express their deep concern about the possibility of nuclear annihilation. Being at the federal building assured those protesting that U.S. Senators Padilla
- [Milwaukee Nears Passage of BftB Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/milwaukee-nears-passage-of-bftb-resolution/): Nearly a year of organizing and coalition-building has brought Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s largest city, to the brink of passing a Back from the Brink resolution by its Common Council. Beginning in June 2024, with help from BftB’s Wisconsin Hub, 18 peace, justice, environmental, religious, and community groups were invited to join the campaign and lay the
- [Following H. Res. 77: Next Steps in Cultivating Congressional Leadership](https://preventnuclearwar.org/following-hres77-next-steps/): Here’s one of our mantras – Cultivating congressional leadership is one of Back from the Brink’s core strategies to build the political power necessary to fundamentally reform U.S. nuclear weapons policy and achieve a world free of nuclear weapons. Even now when the chances of near-term, significant policy progress or legislative “wins” are so small.
- [Community Voices: “An Unexpected Meeting with Rep. Hayes”](https://preventnuclearwar.org/community-voices-an-unexpected-meeting-with-rep-hayes/): by Jill Friedman On March 9th, 2025, I went to an Avon Town Meeting for Connecticut's 5th district, which featured Rep. Jahana Hayes. It was the perfect opportunity to ask her to consider co-sponsoring H. Res. 77. I had been involved with Back from the Brink and was passionate about this issue. We had meetings
- [Milwaukee Adopts a Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/milwaukee-adopts-bftb-resolution/): On April 2, Milwaukee, Wisconsin adopted a Back from the Brink resolution with the unanimous support of its Common Council! The Milwaukee resolution supports Back from the Brink’s five policy solutions: calling on U.S. leaders to actively pursue a verifiable agreement among nuclear-armed states to eliminate their nuclear arsenals; renounce the option of using nuclear
- [Tell Your Representative: Co-sponsor H. Res. 317](https://preventnuclearwar.org/take-action-hres317/)
- [2025 Nuclear Weapons Programs Tax Calculator](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2025-tax-calculator/)
- [La Conner Passes First BftB Resolution in Washington State](https://preventnuclearwar.org/la-conner-passes-first-bftb-resolution-in-wa/): On April 22nd, the town of La Conner, Washington became the first town in Washington State to pass a Back from the Brink resolution! This victory is first and foremost because of the hard work of Julia Hurd and the local organization she works with, No More Bombs. Julia shared, “I’m grateful to Councilperson MaryLee
- [Davis CAN Secures Congressional Support for No First-Use Nuclear Policy](https://preventnuclearwar.org/davis-can-secures-congressional-support/): Davis CAN members Sarah Pattison, Genevieve Colborn, and Judy Reynolds with Lucy Brazil, District Director for Congressman Thompson (2nd from left), at the Congressman’s district office. The Davis Committee Against Nuclear Weapons (Davis CAN), in collaboration with PSR Sacramento, is one of Back from the Brink’s newest local Hubs located in northern California. Davis CAN
- [Use your voice in final push on MA nuclear resolutions!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/pass-ma-state-bftb-resolutions/): From our BftB Hub, Greater Boston PSR: The two state-level nuclear war prevention resolutions we have worked so hard on — the state level Back from the Brink resolution (S.1487) and the resolution to create a citizens' commission to discuss nuclear and climate issues in Massachusetts (S.1488) — have made it relatively far in the
- [Lanterns of Hope: Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki](https://preventnuclearwar.org/lanterns-of-hope-remembering-hn/): We are honored to invite you to “Lanterns of Hope: Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki,” an event to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Event Details: WHAT: Lanterns of Hope: Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki – 79th Anniversary Vigil WHO: Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles, Back from the Brink coalition, Teens4Disarmament, and Students
- [World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates Endorses Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/world-summit-of-nobel-peace-laureates-endorses-back-from-the-brink/): On September 23rd, the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates released a statement of support for the Back from the Brink campaign as well as other international efforts to reduce the likelihood of nuclear war, including the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). The letter of support highlights some of the dangerous international
- [LA City Council Unanimously Votes to Adopt a Resolution on Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/la-city-council-unanimously-votes-to-adopt-a-resolution-on-nuclear-weapons/): On August 8, 2018, the Los Angeles City Council voted to approve a resolution that urges the U.S. to embrace the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and implement important protective policies such as ending the President’s sole, unchecked authority to launch a nuclear attack, taking U.S. nuclear weapons off hair-trigger alert, and canceling U.S. plans to replace its entire nuclear arsenal with enhanced weapons.
- [Rhode Island Senate Passes Back from the Brink resolution!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/rhode-island-senate-adopts-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On Tuesday, May 3, Senate resolution S2423 was passed on a vote of 32-4 from the Rhode Island Senate chamber, after passing unanimously out of the Special Legislation & Veterans Affairs Committee last week. At the hearing on April 26, activists from around the state testified in support of the resolution, as did Dr. Ira
- [Exciting Campaign Updates from Iowa and California](https://preventnuclearwar.org/exciting-campaign-updates-from-iowa-and-california/): Last week, Mayor Frank Cownie of Des Moines, Iowa signed a proclamation declaring June 22nd, 2020 “Back from the Brink: The Call to Prevent Nuclear War Day” in solidarity with our campaign. Mayor Cownie has demonstrated real leadership in speaking out against the dangers of nuclear weapons, and we thank him for his advocacy and
- [Converging Crises: Nuclear Weapons and COVID-19](https://preventnuclearwar.org/converging-crises-nuclear-weapons-and-covid-19/): Below, we’ve collected a variety of articles and opinion pieces that discuss the links between nuclear weapons and the current COVID-19 pandemic. They also outline the commonsense policies that governments can adopt in order to prevent future crises, including nuclear war. We must save lives from COVID, new nuclear arms race by Dr. Peter Wilk
- [Evanston, IL Becomes First City in Midwest to Join Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/evanston-il-becomes-first-city-in-midwest-to-join-back-from-the-brink/): On January 13th, Evanston, IL City Council voted unanimously to support the Back from the Brink campaign and to call on the U.S. government to take commonsense steps to reduce the likelihood of nuclear war. This is the first city in the Midwest to join Back from the Brink, bringing the total number of city endorsements to 42.
- [Back from the Brink in the News](https://preventnuclearwar.org/back-from-the-brink-in-the-news/): In the past week, members within the Back from the Brink coalition have placed op-eds in three different papers, from coast to coast. The interest in these op-eds reflects the growing concern in this country about the real threats of nuclear war, but it also shows that citizens are ready to take action and demand saner nuclear policies.
- [Montgomery County, MD Becomes First County to Endorse BftB](https://preventnuclearwar.org/montgomery-county-md-becomes-first-county-to-endorse-bftb/): On December 10th, Montgomery Country, Maryland became the first county to pass a Back from the Brink resolution, joining cities and states around the country in calling on our elected officials to take commonsense steps to prevent nuclear war.
- [Portland, Oregon Joins Back from the Brink!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/portland-oregon-joins-back-from-the-brink/): On Wednesday November 13th, Portland, OR became the latest city to pass a Back from the Brink resolution, alongside other important peace issues. Portland is the 39th city to pass a Back from the Brink resolution, and the first in Oregon, although the state legislature passed a similar resolution earlier this year.
- [Honolulu Passes Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/honolulu-passes-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On November 6th, Honolulu became the first city in Hawaii and the 38th city nationwide to pass a Back from the Brink resolution to prevent nuclear war. Being both the capital and largest city in the state, this is a huge accomplishment for the Veterans for Peace activists who initiated the resolution.
- [Arcata, CA Unanimously Passes Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/arcata-ca-unanimously-passes-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On October 16th, Arcata, CA became the 37th city nationally, and the 6th in California to endorse the Back from the Brink policy platform, thanks to a strong coalition of local activists that included Against the Wind, Veterans for Peace, the Golden Rule Project, Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, and the Quakers.
- [Sierra Club endorses Back from the Brink Campaign](https://preventnuclearwar.org/sierra-club-endorses-back-from-the-brink-campaign/): On August 13th 2019, national environmental organization the Sierra Club endorsed the Back from the Brink Campaign.
- [Oregon Votes to Urge Congress to Prevent Nuclear War](https://preventnuclearwar.org/oregon-votes-to-urge-congress-to-prevent-nuclear-war/): On June 24th, Oregon’s House of Representatives voted to approve Senate Joint Memorial 5 (SJM 5), which urges congress to lead a global effort to reduce the threat of nuclear war, making it the second state in the nation after California to pass such legislation in both chambers. The bill passed the Oregon Senate on May 20th.
- [REVERB endorses the Back from the Brink Agenda](https://preventnuclearwar.org/reverb-endorses-the-back-from-the-brink-agenda/): Back from the Brink is excited to announce that REVERB has recently endorsed our call to prevent nuclear war. REVERB is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering millions of individuals to take action toward a better future for people and the planet.
- [Indivisible Endorses the Back from the Brink Policy Agenda](https://preventnuclearwar.org/indivisible-endorses-the-back-from-the-brink-policy-agenda/): In February 2019, Indivisible, a movement of more than a million committed activists, concerned voters and progressive leaders endorsed the Back From the Brink policy agenda.
- [Washington, D.C. First Capital City to Endorse U.N. Nuclear Weapon Ban Treaty](https://preventnuclearwar.org/washington-d-c-first-capital-city-to-endorse-u-n-nuclear-weapon-ban-treaty/): Washington D.C. joined a growing number of individuals, organizations, cities and state legislatures that are calling on the United States to take meaningful action to prevent nuclear war. In doing so, it has become one of the first capital cities worldwide to express support for the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, joined by Canberra, Australia and Oslo, Norway.
- [General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) Passes an "Overture" Calling for a Nuclear Free World](https://preventnuclearwar.org/general-assembly-of-the-presbyterian-church-usa-passes-an-overture-calling-for-a-nuclear-free-world/): The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA), an organization that has endorsed the Call to Prevent Nuclear War, and the largest Presbyterian ecclesiastical body in the United States, approved the resolution, also known as an “Overture”, by consent at its biannual meeting in St. Louis, Missouri on June 20, 2018. The Overture was titled “On Seeking God’s Peace Through Nuclear Disarmament in the 21st Century.”
- [Town of Amherst Unanimously Passes Nuclear Weapons Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/town-of-amherst-unanimously-passes-nuclear-weapons-resolution/): During Amherst’s final town meeting before switching to a new town council form of government, members unanimously voted to pass the resolution below supporting the policy points of The Call to Prevent Nuclear War.
- [Salt Lake City, Utah Unanimously Passes Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/salt-lake-city-utah-unanimously-passes-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On April 2nd, Salt Lake City joined a growing number of municipalities and state legislatures to take a powerful stand against the threat that nuclear weapons pose to our communities and bring us back from the brink of nuclear war.
- [Portland, ME Unanimously Adopts Back from the Brink Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/portland-me-unanimously-adopts-back-from-the-brink-resolution/): On January 23, 2019, the Portland, Maine, City Council voted unanimously to adopt a Back from the Brink resolution, formally introduced by Mayor Ethan Strimling and co-sponsored by City Councilors Pious Ali and Brian Batson.
- [Santa Barbara Includes Back from the Brink in Legislative Platform](https://preventnuclearwar.org/santa-barbara-includes-back-from-the-brink-language-in-legislative-platform/): Santa Barbara–On June 18, 2019, the Santa Barbara City Council voted 6 to 1 to include in the new, revised legislative platform for the city, language that supports the prohibition of nuclear weapons, subject to Congressional oversight. The city’s legislative platform serves to summarize the Council’s official position on a variety of state and federal
- [US Conference of Mayors Unanimously Passes Nuclear Weapons Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/us-conference-of-mayors-unanimously-passes-nuclear-weapons-resolution/): On June 12, The US Conference of Mayors, the nonpartisan association of 1,408 American cities with populations over 30,000, unanimously adopted a resolution “Calling on the Administration and Congress to Step Back from the Brink and Exercise Global Leadership in Preventing Nuclear War.”
- [City of Baltimore Becomes First Major City to Endorse Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/city-of-baltimore-becomes-first-major-city-to-endorse-back-from-the-brink/): On August 6, 2018, the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Baltimore became the first major city to endorse Back from the Brink: The Call to Prevent Nuclear War. The Baltimore Resolution, passed unanimously, asks Congress to make these changes to reduce the risk of nuclear war:
- [California Passes Two Resolutions, Endorses Call to Prevent Nuclear War](https://preventnuclearwar.org/california-passes-two-resolutions-endorses-call-to-prevent-nuclear-war/): On Tuesday, August 28, the California Senate voted to approve AJR 33, a resolution introduced by Assemblymember Monica Limón that urges the U.S. to embrace the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and implement important protective nuclear policies.
- [Durham, NH Passes Nuclear Weapons Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/durham-nh-passes-nuclear-weapons-resolution/): The resolution, which that calls on the United States to lead a global effort to prevent nuclear war, passed on December 3rd.

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://preventnuclearwar.org/): A national grassroots campaign bringing communities together to abolish nuclear weapons and prevent nuclear war.
- [Social Media Training: Facebook Edition](https://preventnuclearwar.org/social-media-training-facebook-edition/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
- [Who We Are](https://preventnuclearwar.org/who-we-are/): Meet the people behind Back from the Brink, including our Steering Committee, Management Team, and Implementation Team.
- [Organizations](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizations/): See the list of organizations that have endorsed the Back from the Brink campaign and our five policy solutions to prevent nuclear war.
- [2026 Nuclear Weapons Programs Tax Calculator](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2026-nuclear-weapons-programs-tax-calculator/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Every April, Dr. Bob Dodge, Co-President of the Board of Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles (PSR-LA), calculates the full cost of all nuclear weapons programs to our communities. PSR-LA is a Coalition Partner of Back from the Brink. For FY 2026 (Tax Year 2025), the total U.S. nuclear weapons programs expenditure was $137,230,000,000. That’s
- [2025 Nuclear Weapons Programs Tax Calculator](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2025-tax-calculator/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Every April, Dr. Bob Dodge, Co-President of the Board of Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles (PSR-LA), calculates the full cost of all nuclear weapons programs to our communities. PSR-LA is Coalition Partner of Back from the Brink. For FY 2025 (Tax Year 2024), the total U.S. Nuclear Weapons Programs expenditure was $110,344,000,000! That’s more
- [2024 Tax Calculator](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2024-tax-calculator/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Every April, Dr. Bob Dodge, President of Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles (PSR-LA), calculates the full cost of all nuclear weapons programs to our communities. PSR-LA is Coalition Partner of Back from the Brink. For FY 2024 (Tax Year 2023), the total U.S. Nuclear Weapons Programs expenditure was $94,485,000,000! These are tax dollars much
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- [Congressional Week of Action 2026](https://preventnuclearwar.org/week-of-action-2026/): WEEK OF ACTION 2026 Back from the Brink is hosting a Week of Action focused on highlighting and growing congressional leadership on nuclear disarmament starting Monday, September 21 — the annual International Day of Peace and ending Saturday, September 26 —the United Nations Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. The Week of Action
- [Our Five Policy Solutions](https://preventnuclearwar.org/our-five-policy-solutions/): Back from the Brink calls on the U.S. to lead global nuclear disarmament and prevent nuclear war through our five policy solutions.
- [Homepage v2026](https://preventnuclearwar.org/homepage-v2026/): You, Me,All of Us Together, a future free of nuclear weapons is possible Back from the Brink is a U.S.-based grassroots coalition of individuals, organizations, and elected officials working together toward a world free of nuclear weapons. READ OUR FIVE POLICY SOLUTIONS You, Me,All of Us Together, a future free of nuclear weapons is possible
- [DC Nuclear Prayer Day 2026](https://preventnuclearwar.org/dc-nuclear-prayer-day-2026/): DC NUCLEAR PRAYER DAY 81st Anniversaries of Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki August 6 and 9, 2026 mark 81 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. We must honor the legacy of the victims and survivors of the attacks and commit ourselves to ridding the world of nuclear weapons. Nuclear Prayer Day was
- [Our Organizing Approach Divi Bars Test](https://preventnuclearwar.org/our-organizing-approach-divi-bars-test/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Back from the Brink is a collaborative effort, designed to not be owned by any single individual or organization. Our core objective is to build a diverse and politically powerful nuclear disarmament constituency in order to drive bold policy changes. We organize at the local and state levels and provide a platform and community
- [Beginner's Guide to Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/beginners-guide/): Learn the basics of nuclear weapons, debunk myths, and understand their real-life impacts with our Beginner’s Guide to Nuclear Weapons.
- [The Back from the Brink Podcast](https://preventnuclearwar.org/podcast/): This 7-episode limited series podcast is designed for anyone who hopes a nuclear weapon is never used again, but struggles to imagine a world without them.
- [DC Nuclear Prayer Day Vigil 2025](https://preventnuclearwar.org/dc-nuclear-prayer-day-vigil-2025/): DC NUCLEAR PRAYER DAY 80th Anniversaries of Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Faith leaders, peace advocates, and community members join in solemn reflection, prayer, and music to honor lives lost and call for nuclear abolition. Together, we lift a vision for a world rooted in dignity, safety, and justice. One-Click Advocacy Tools Quick, impactful
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- [Elected Officials](https://preventnuclearwar.org/elected-officials/): U.S. ELECTED OFFICIALS Back from the Brink’s common sense policy solutions are supported by the following U.S. elected officials. U.S. CONGRESS MEMBERS LOCAL, REGIONAL, AND STATE OFFICIALS U.S. CONGRESS MEMBERS The U.S. Congressmembers listed below have cosponsored H. Res. 77 and/or H. Res. 317, which are U.S. House resolutions that call on the U.S. to
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- [Ukraine Talking Points](https://preventnuclearwar.org/ukraine-talking-points/): Ukraine War Talking Points & Media Resources Ukraine-specific points about nuclear weapons you might highlight in a letter to the editor or Op-Ed Nuclear weapons did not prevent Russia’s invasion nor can they be used to stop the war. This war and Putin’s nuclear belligerence illustrates real risks and dangers. One person is holding the
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- [Privacy Policy](https://preventnuclearwar.org/privacy-policy-2/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Back from the Brink respects your right to privacy and has created the following privacy policy to inform you about the ways in which this website collects data. Rest assured that no personally identifiable information is collected automatically when you visit our website This website uses Statcounter, an online service which helps us to
- [Rhode Island](https://preventnuclearwar.org/rhode-island/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fWS5TO33GmEK3AQC0Mf7YwQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
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- [Virtual Grassroots Organizer](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizer/): Union of Concerned Scientists, Back from the Brink: The Call to Prevent Nuclear War Part time, temporary, contract, remote The Back from the Brink campaign is seeking an experienced organizer to build support and political power to abolish nuclear weapons and reform US nuclear weapons policy, under the supervision of the Union of Concerned Scientists.
- [Urge Your Congress Member to Show Leadership on Nuclear Weapons by Co-Sponsoring H.Res 1185](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres1185/): data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fPnkE7TGrB068DZk_FavRlw2/ngpForm” data-custom-css=’https://nvlupin.blob.core.windows.net/designs/CustomStylesheet_7031899b24174cf4863155d76f3a866045558c184cf1a1c95210ef18037ecc1b.css’ data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-databag-endpoint=”https://profile.ngpvan.com” data-databag=”everybody” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Urge the Nashville and Davidson County Metropolitan Council to Adopt a BftB Resolution](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nashville/): Urge the Nashville and Davidson County Metropolitan Council to Adopt a BftB Resolution data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2flocH52iJ7kKaE8_lD7zcFA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-databag-endpoint=”https://profile.ngpvan.com” data-databag=”everybody” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Urge Your U.S. House Representative to Cosponsor H. Res. 77](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77/)
- [The Role of Cities in the Promotion of Nuclear Disarmament](https://preventnuclearwar.org/3msp-cities-event/): A side event and reception held in conjunction with the Third Meeting of States Parties to the U.N. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Municipalities play important roles in building public support for the abolition of nuclear weapons. From joining Mayors for Peace to adopting a Back from the Brink and ICAN Cities Appeal
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- [Take Action Nevada](https://preventnuclearwar.org/take-action-nevada/)
- [Organizing to Prevent Nuclear War in the Current Moment – Join Us Sept 10 - Register Today!](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizing-to-prevent-nuclear-war-in-the-current-moment-join-us-sept-10/)
- [Org Sign Up Form McGovern resolution 2023](https://preventnuclearwar.org/org-signon-hres77/)
- [Open Letter 2023](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter-2023/): On November 16, 2023, Back from the Brink released a letter signed by over 200 local, county and state officials calling on President Joe Biden to fulfill his campaign promise and act decisively and urgently to confront the existential threat to humanity posed by nuclear weapons. The letter urges the United States to send an
- [Org Sign On Form H. Res. 317](https://preventnuclearwar.org/org-sign-on-form-h-res-317/)
- [Organizational Sign-on Letter for H. Res. 317](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizational-sign-on-letter-hres317/): Open Letter to Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in Support of H. Res. 317 July 2025 We, the undersigned organizations, write to urge you to co-sponsor House Resolution 317, the critical resolution introduced by Representatives Jim McGovern and Jill Tokuda, titled “Urging the United States to Lead the World Back from the
- [Open Letter April 2026](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter-april-2026/): On April 7, 2026, Back from the Brink released a letter signed by over 250 local, county and state officials urging Members of the U.S. House to co‑sponsor H. Res. 317 and Members of the U.S. Senate to co‑sponsor S. Res. 323, taking meaningful steps to prevent nuclear war. These resolutions call for a national
- [Our Five Policy Solutions - Oscar Version 1.0](https://preventnuclearwar.org/our-five-policy-solutions-oscar-version-1-0/): OUR FIVE POLICY SOLUTIONS We call on the United States to lead a global effort to prevent nuclear war. Renounce First Use End Sole Authority End Hair-Trigger Alert Cancel Enhanced Weapons Pursue Global Elimination Renounce the Option of Using Nuclear Weapons First The United States has never renounced the right to use nuclear weapons first.
- [Organizations & Municipalities Endorsement Form](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizations-municipalities-endorsement-form/): ENDORSEMENT FORM
- [Open Letter](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-letter/): NUCLEAR WEAPONS ARE A LOCAL ISSUE On September 23, 2021, the Back from the Brink campaign released a letter signed by over 300 local, county and state officials representing 41 states, calling on President Joe Biden and Congress to reduce and eliminate the threat nuclear weapons pose to their communities and the world. Elected officials
- [MOC Endorsement](https://preventnuclearwar.org/moc-endorsement/): MEMBERS OF CONGRESS
- [Oppenheimer Film Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/oppenheimer/): “Oppenheimer” Advocacy Resources The Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer debuts on July 21, 2023, one week after the 78th anniversary of the first-ever detonation of a nuclear bomb over Alamogordo, New Mexico. The film is based on the book “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer” by Martin Sherwin and Kai Bird. J.
- [Oppenheimer 2024](https://preventnuclearwar.org/oppenheimer-advocacy/): “Oppenheimer” Advocacy Resources The Christopher Nolan film Oppenheimer debuted on July 21, 2023, one week after the 78th anniversary of the first-ever detonation of a nuclear bomb over Alamogordo, New Mexico. The film is based on the book “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer” by Martin Sherwin and Kai Bird. J.
- [Our Congressional Resolutions](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-congressional-resolutions/): Learn about our congressional resolutions (H. Res. 317, S. Res. 323), view cosponsors, and take action to urge U.S. leadership to eliminate nuclear weapons.
- [Pennsylvania](https://preventnuclearwar.org/pennsylvania/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fJ0D6Dd0LkkKODqDHs_qexQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Our Organizing Approach](https://preventnuclearwar.org/our-organizing-approach/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Back from the Brink is a collaborative effort, designed to not be owned by any single individual or organization. Our core objective is to build a diverse and politically powerful nuclear disarmament constituency in order to drive bold policy changes. We organize at the local and state levels and provide a platform and community
- [Oregon](https://preventnuclearwar.org/oregon/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fvZ3bfHAJYkaGM9iVlhLArA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Organizations - Endorse](https://preventnuclearwar.org/organizations-endorse/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
- [Municipalities & States](https://preventnuclearwar.org/municipalities-and-states/): See which municipalities and states have passed resolutions supporting Back from the Brink’s five policy solutions to prevent nuclear war.
- [News & Updates](https://preventnuclearwar.org/news-updates/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
- [Nuclear Weapons 101](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nuclear-weapons-101/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Given their devastating force and long-lived toxicity, nuclear weapons can cause death, injury and illness on a cataclysmic scale. The health and environmental impact of nuclear weapons production, testing, and waste causes disproportionate harm to women, children, and people of color. Learn more below. Nuclear Weapons 101 Health & Environment Racial Justice Climate Change Morality
- [Nevada](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nevada/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fcQMM40TGHEiYtyY0lhD3yQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Mississippi](https://preventnuclearwar.org/mississippi/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fdvozu2IbukauK_YY2oykUg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Nebraska](https://preventnuclearwar.org/nebraska/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fRu41Cvmd4kG4VbMfPDqqMw2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Oklahoma](https://preventnuclearwar.org/oklahoma/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fr6wDqfkuXEGQ9kRNJgV4zw2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [New Mexico](https://preventnuclearwar.org/new-mexico/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fP9OxwVsObECiRnJ0-uiNcg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [North Dakota](https://preventnuclearwar.org/north-dakota/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fPLck4X4d0EOTGgsltfxMxA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Massachusetts](https://preventnuclearwar.org/massachusetts/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fZmSIOIxZqEq9R1q7brjhkg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Michigan](https://preventnuclearwar.org/michigan/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f1yrVRBRRLE2jnRvVVAoxbw2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Minnesota](https://preventnuclearwar.org/minnesota/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f-LosJKOF_U-sWtplb412dw2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Missouri](https://preventnuclearwar.org/missouri/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fLp8YoyYkHEWbpRtKhFfh9w2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [New Hampshire](https://preventnuclearwar.org/new-hampshire/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fTBBSEVT7yEO8c_MyKBpGTQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Montana](https://preventnuclearwar.org/montana/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fSZ_FmzpDlUCqSvI-TO9BTA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [New Jersey](https://preventnuclearwar.org/new-jersey/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fLGnx0qeH5kSE1EKiocRkWw2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [New York](https://preventnuclearwar.org/new-york/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fgyaBIgxp802Ep6P6SWlRBQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [North Carolina](https://preventnuclearwar.org/north-carolina/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f6IBjbivINEO2U326nn3vAg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Ohio](https://preventnuclearwar.org/ohio/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f4e68YDcLuUqdtFiEmStjXA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Municipalities - Endorse](https://preventnuclearwar.org/municipalities-endorse/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
- [Open House Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/open-house-resources/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Many thanks to those who attended Back from the Brink’s Open House! Below are many ways to take action toward a world free of nuclear weapons. A video recording of the Open House is also below and slides from the presentation are here. Questions? Contact us at info@preventnuclearwar.org. Join Back from the Brink! Attend
- [Media & Op-Eds](https://preventnuclearwar.org/media-opeds/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Explore the latest media coverage and opinion pieces written by our team and allies related to Back from the Brink’s work to eliminate nuclear weapons. For media inquiries, please contact Ryann Vargas, our Media and Communications Consultant, at ryann@preventnuclearwar.org. You can also download Back from the Brink’s 2025 Media Kit for more information about
- [News](https://preventnuclearwar.org/news/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Stay connected with the latest from Back from the Brink. Here you’ll find important updates from our campaign, reflections from organizers and allies, media coverage, and op-eds that spotlight the growing movement to end the threat of nuclear war. Whether it’s a grassroots success story, a policy development, or press coverage, this is your
- [Maryland](https://preventnuclearwar.org/maryland/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fM5lpZVIWakOWKnjurn5mpA2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
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- [Endorse](https://preventnuclearwar.org/endorse/): ENDORSE THE CAMPAIGN Breaking the nuclear status quo and building broad support for nuclear weapons abolition is no small feat. We need everyone — organizations, elected officials, and committed individuals alike — to make it happen. Endorse Back from the Brink and join the effort today! And please check out our advocacy tools if you’d
- [ENDORSE AFTER SIGN UP](https://preventnuclearwar.org/endorse-after-signup/): THANK YOU Thank you for joining Back from the Brink! Please let us know more about you and how you’d like to be involved. If you are an elected official or represent an organization, please endorse Back from the Brink. Together, we can create a safer and more just world that is free of nuclear
- [LTE Tips](https://preventnuclearwar.org/lte-tips/): Talking Points for LTEs/Op-Eds Back from the Brink’s Statement on Ukraine Tips for LTEs Short and sweet is best. In fact, most newspapers require a word count of 200 words or less. Ideally reference a recent article, letter to the editor, op-ed or editorial In the first paragraph clearly state what issue/problem you are addressing
- [Events](https://preventnuclearwar.org/events/): PAST EVENTS Back from the Brink regularly hosts virtual events featuring experts and leaders from our campaign. Below are recordings of our past events. Be sure to sign up for our mailing list to get notices about future events and activities.
- [Faith in Action: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future](https://preventnuclearwar.org/faith-in-action/): FAITH IN ACTION: Moral Courage for a Nuclear-Free Future Faith traditions have long stood at the forefront of movements for peace, justice, and the sanctity of life. In this blog series, we explore how people of faith are responding to the moral and existential crisis posed by nuclear weapons. Through reflections, event recaps, and contributions
- [Local and State Elected Officials](https://preventnuclearwar.org/local-and-state-elected-officials/): Local & State Officials Local and state elected officials know all too well the responsibility of keeping their constituents safe, and their voices play a critical role in demanding common sense nuclear weapons policies and leadership from Washington. Nuclear weapons are a local issue. Billions of tax dollars wasted on instruments of death and destruction
- [H. Res. 77 – Embracing the Goals & Provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons](https://preventnuclearwar.org/h-res-77-resources/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ H. Res. 77 Advocacy Resources H. Res. 77 is a resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) in January 2023 that calls on the United States to embrace the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW)
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- [Latest news blog post](https://preventnuclearwar.org/latest-news-blog-post/): Latest News Back from the Brink Resolution Passes Unanimously in Tucson, AZ On August 6th, Tucson passed Arizona’s first Back from the Brink resolution, becoming the 33rd city/town to endorse our policy agenda to prevent nuclear war. This momentous victory comes on the heels of strong, long-standing nuclear weapons advocacy in Tucson, and builds upon
- [ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONS BEFORE THEY END US - VIDEOS AND RESOURCES](https://preventnuclearwar.org/enw-resources/): VIRTUAL POLICY BRIEFING • INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS • MARCH 4, 2021 • 11 AM EST ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONSBEFORE THEY END US Opportunities Under the Biden Administration to Take Action EVENT VIDEOS AND RESOURCES THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this exciting event. In total, over 600 people from 28 countries tuned in live to
- [From the Freeze to Back from the Brink - REGISTER](https://preventnuclearwar.org/fftbb-register/): Back to Event Page Sponsor/Donate
- [From the Freeze to Back from the Brink - Register and Sponsor](https://preventnuclearwar.org/freeze-to-bftb-register-sponsor/): From the FREEZE to Back from the BrinkSponsorship & Registration
- [From the Freeze to Back from the Brink](https://preventnuclearwar.org/freeze-to-bftb/): Register/Sponsor In the early 1980’s at the height of the Cold War, Western Massachusetts helped birth the Nuclear Weapons Freeze movement, a powerful grassroots campaign that played a major role in advancing the cause of nuclear arms control and disarmament — and preventing nuclear war. Today, the threat of nuclear war is as real as
- [From the Freeze to BftB](https://preventnuclearwar.org/westernmass/): Register/Sponsor In the early 1980’s at the height of the Cold War, Western Massachusetts helped birth the Nuclear Weapons Freeze movement, a powerful grassroots campaign that played a major role in advancing the cause of nuclear arms control and disarmament — and preventing nuclear war. Today, the threat of nuclear war is as real as
- [HRes Organizational Support Letter](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-organizational-support-letter/): Organizational Sign-On Letter in Support of H. Res. 77, a Resolution Embracing the Goals and Provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons The following letter in support of H. Res. 77 will be emailed to every House office in early-mid March, 2023. Organizations wishing to sign the letter can sign on
- [H. Res. 77 - Calling Your U.S. House Representative](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-call-script/): H. Res. 77 – Calling Your U.S. House Representative Contact Information, Script & Talking Points Thank you for taking action! Calling your U.S. House Representative’s office is an important, simple way to bring H. Res. 77 and your views and concerns (as a constituent and voter) about nuclear disarmament directly to them and their staff’s
- [HRes77 Org Sign On with Signatures](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-org-letter/): Organizational Sign-On Letter in Support of H. Res. 77, a Resolution Embracing the Goals and Provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons A pdf of this letter can be downloaded here. March 8, 2023 Dear Representative: Vladimir Putin has made terrifying nuclear threats as part of his horrific war against Ukraine. The
- [H. Res. 77 National Call-in Day (April 19, 2023) Registration Page](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-callinday-2023/)
- [Local State Officials Sign On Letter to Biden Fall 2023](https://preventnuclearwar.org/us-officials-letter-23/): Local and State Elected Officials Letter to President Biden (Fall, 2023) On November 16, 2023, Back from the Brink released a letter signed by over 200 local, county and state officials calling on President Joe Biden to fulfill his campaign promise and act decisively and urgently to confront the existential threat to humanity posed by
- [Fall 2023 Survey](https://preventnuclearwar.org/fall23-survey/)
- [H. Res. 77 Open Letter for CT Delegates (Fall 2024)](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres77-ct-delegates-letter-2024/): Below is an open letter to the Connecticut delegate of the U.S. House of Representatives, including: Rep. Joe Courtney | Rep. Rosa DeLauro | Rep. Jahana Hayes | Rep. Jim Himes | Rep. John Larson Experts are sounding the alarm that the risk of nuclear war is greater than it has ever been since the
- [Local and State Officials H.Res.317 sign-on form](https://preventnuclearwar.org/local-state-congressional-resolutions-letter/)
- [H. Res. 317 Local and State Elected Officials Sign-On Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hres317-local-state-resources/): Below, you'll find a sample phone script and sample email language for when you contact the offices of your local and state officials, including your mayor, governor, town/city councilors, county commissioners and state legislators urging them to sign onto Back from the Brink’s local/state officials letter in support of House Resolution 317 (H. Res. 317).
- [Local and State Elected Officials Sign-On H. Res. 317 and S. Res. 323](https://preventnuclearwar.org/local-state-congressional-resolutions-letter/)
- [Learn](https://preventnuclearwar.org/learn/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ One of the biggest challenges to reforming U.S. nuclear policy is the lack of public awareness about just how dangerous nuclear weapons are and the deleterious impact these weapons have on every aspect of our lives. Click below to learn basic information about nuclear weapons, check out recordings from our past events, explore multimedia
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- [Interactive Resources](https://preventnuclearwar.org/interactive-resources/): Find interactive resources to learn about the consequences of nuclear weapons, including Nukemap, which models the effects of nuclear blasts worldwide.
- [Idaho](https://preventnuclearwar.org/idaho/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fFSsQzx6BJUeL4AGgjjiDvg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
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- [Endorsing Organization Survey](https://preventnuclearwar.org/endorsing-organization-survey/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Back From the Brink has ambitious plans to scale up our campaign in 2022, build more power and bring more activists, organizations and communities together to mobilize and act to abolish nuclear weapons. This moment demands more from all of us — starting with the nearly 390 organizations — large and small from around
- [Hub Signup](https://preventnuclearwar.org/hub-signup/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
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- [H. Res. 317 Local & State Officials Sign-On Letter: One Click Links by State](https://preventnuclearwar.org/local-state-action-hres317-sres323/): URGE YOUR LOCAL & STATE OFFICIALS TO TAKE ACTION Back from the Brink has initiated a sign-on letter for local, county, and state elected officials to urge members of Congress to show moral and political leadership by cosponsoring H. Res. 317, and S. Res. 323, congressional resolutions that provide a comprehensive framework for a safer,
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- [About](https://preventnuclearwar.org/about/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ LOS ANGELES, CA EVANSTON, IL OREGON TUCSON, AZ MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD PORTLAND, OR SALT LAKE CITY, UT Back from the Brink: Bringing Communities Together to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (BftB) is a U.S.-based grassroots coalition of individuals, organizations and elected officials working together on a multi-year campaign to rid the world of nuclear weapons and
- [A House of Dynamite Screening Package](https://preventnuclearwar.org/a-house-of-dynamite-screening-package/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Thinking and talking about nuclear war is never easy, but its something we have to do if we want to make progress towards nuclear disarmament. A House of Dynamite (available to stream on Netflix starting October 24, 2025) is a great opportunity for more people to get informed about the urgent risks of nuclear weapons,
- [2MSP Sign On Letter 2023 One Click Links by State](https://preventnuclearwar.org/2msp-signon-state-links/): TAKE ACTION TODAY Back from the Brink has initiated a sign-on letter to President Biden for local, county, and state elected officials to urge him to (1) send an observer delegation to the 2MSP and (2) to initiate negotiations with all nuclear weapons states toward a verifiable, timebound agreement to eliminate all nuclear weapons from
- [Civic Leaders & Experts](https://preventnuclearwar.org/civic-leaders-experts/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ The following civic leaders and experts support Back from the Brink’s common sense policy solutions to prevent nuclear war: Stephen M. ColecchiFormer Director, Office of International Justice and PeaceU.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Frank CownieU.S. Head of Mayors for Peace, Des Moines, Iowa Roy CraftPresident, Groupspace Management, LLCFormer Executive Director, Martin Luther
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- [Colorado](https://preventnuclearwar.org/colorado/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f9CdJEcqhkEWbvhVi7ZTttg2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Community Supporter Survey](https://preventnuclearwar.org/community-supporter-survey/): SUPPORTER SURVEY Back From the Brink has ambitious plans for 2022 to scale up our campaign, build more power and bring communities together to mobilize and act to abolish nuclear weapons. This moment demands more from all of us and we hope we can count on you to reaffirm your commitment to this campaign and
- [Congressional Legislation](https://preventnuclearwar.org/legislation/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Listed below is current congressional legislation related to reducing and eliminating the threat of nuclear war, as well as supporting communities that have been impacted by nuclear weapons testing. Click the links to the bills to see if your representatives are listed as co-sponsors. If not, please contact them and ask for their support. If
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- [End Nuclear Weapons Before They End Us - Meeting Links](https://preventnuclearwar.org/enw-meeting-links/): VIRTUAL POLICY BRIEFING • INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS • MARCH 4, 2021 • 11 AM EST ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONSBEFORE THEY END US Opportunities Under the Biden Administration to Take Action THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and participated in this event! We will post recordings, event presentations, learning resources, and actions here soon. In the
- [END NUCLEAR WEAPONS BEFORE THEY END US](https://preventnuclearwar.org/end-nuclear-weapons-before-they-end-us/): VIRTUAL POLICY BRIEFING • INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS • MARCH 4, 2021 • 11 AM EST ENDING NUCLEAR WEAPONSBEFORE THEY END US Opportunities Under the Biden Administration to Take Action THANK YOU to everyone who joined us and participated in this event! Here are recordings, event presentations, and learning resources. In the meantime please contact us
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- [ELECTED OFFICIALS - ENDORSE](https://preventnuclearwar.org/elected-officials-endorse/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@
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- [Carnegie Project](https://preventnuclearwar.org/carnegie-project/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ This public education and engagement project is generously funded by the Carnegie Corporation. By creating original written and multimedia content, we provide resources for the growing number of individuals who are interested in learning more about nuclear weapons. As this issue rises in political salience, we focus on reaching a diverse, multigenerational audience of
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- [Alaska](https://preventnuclearwar.org/alaska/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fblPfhRSTs0-MR4iViz34ZQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
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- [Arizona](https://preventnuclearwar.org/arizona/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2fo_BPP4ZPKE-MwoAmGF843w2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [Arkansas](https://preventnuclearwar.org/arkansas/): @ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ data-form-url=”https://advocator.ngpvan.com/https%3a%2f%2fsecure.everyaction.com%2fv1%2fForms%2f5mvmieWquEa7UXolDO-3nQ2/ngpForm” data-fastaction-endpoint=”https://fastaction.ngpvan.com” data-inline-errors=”true” data-fastaction-nologin=”true” data-mobile-autofocus=”false”
- [BftB Brings Communities Together at 3MSP](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-brings-communities-together-at-3msp/): Back from the Brink Brings Communities Together at 3MSP in NYC Back from the Brink was well represented at the Third Meeting of States Parties (3MSP) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) held March 2-7 in New York City, joining campaigners from 163 civil society organizations. Representatives from 86 countries
- [BftB Statement on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine](https://preventnuclearwar.org/bftb-ukraine-statement/): Statement from the Back From the Brink Coalition - March 3, 2022 Resilience & Resolve: Why We Need to Abolish Nuclear Weapons and How Ukraine’s People Show Us the Way Russia’s horrific invasion of Ukraine has revealed many truths and displayed for the world the incredible bravery, resilience, and resolve of the Ukrainian people.
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