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Bush Refuses to Ban Cluster Bombs
Here's the sad truth: The United States is the
largest producer, stockpiler, and user of cluster bombs in the
history of the world.
When 111 nations gathered recently to draft a treaty to ban these
horrific weapons, the US was conspicuously absent.
We need to right this wrong.
But the leading presidential candidates, Barack Obama and John
McCain, have been silent on whether they will endorse the global
cluster bomb ban.
We need a President who will do the right thing. Click here to ask
all the presidential candidates to commit to sign the global cluster
bomb ban.
Cluster bombs are designed to open in mid-air, dispersing hundreds
of smaller "bomblets." The resulting blasts kill indiscriminately,
spraying over an area roughly the size of three football fields.
Approximately 30% of ordnance from each bomb will fail to explode on
impact, creating virtual minefields that will kill and maim innocent
civilians for decades to come.
One US commander reportedly refused to use cluster munitions in
Iraq, citing mortal danger to his troops. If knowledgeable soldiers
are at risk, what will be the fate of an 8-year-old child who,
indulging her natural inclination to explore, stumbles upon a small,
colorful metal ball in the sand?
The Bush Administration refused to participate in cluster bomb
treaty negotiations last month. Where will the next President stand?
Ask the presidential candidates to do the right thing and sign the
ban.
On January 20, 2009, the world will watch with hope as this country
inaugurates a new President. A president who has the potential to
undo the damage George Bush has done. A president committed to
joining the world community in its struggle for a more peaceful
future. The question is: Will the next President do the right thing
and join them?
Thanks for taking action. Together, we can change our world!
Matt Reading
Online Organizer
CommonDreams.org
