PPJC's Free Monthly Forum & TV Program

Peninsula Peace and Justice Center's Award Winning Monthly TV Program / Community Forum

A Gold Star Mom Speaks Out
On America's continuing wars, the Arlington National Cemetery Scandal, the treatment of veterans, and more...

A conversation with
Karen Meredith
Gold Star Families Speak Out

Karen Meredith's son, Lt. Kenneth Ballard, was killed in Najaf, Iraq on May 30, 2004.  Ever since, Karen has thrown herself into anti-war activism and real support for our troops.

In this conversation, we'll talk about where the American wars are headed, especially in light of the very recent Congressional appropriation of an additional $33 billion for the escalation in Afghanistan.

We'll also talk about the growing scandal at Arlington National Cemetery, where as many as 6,600 burial mistakes have been made.

"On May 29, 2004, I was living what I thought was an ordinary life. I had raised my only child on my own and I was enjoying watching him make his way through this world successfully and happily. On May 30, 2004, Ken was killed in a war that I never supported, brought to this country by an administration I never supported. While many people say that casualties in Iraq have been relatively low, any number more than zero was too many for this war. Very few people have actually met a Gold Star Mom. It is important that people know what it feels like to be in my situation. This is not a journey that any family should have to make. Ever. Welcome to my world."  ~ Karen Meredith

Tuesday, August 3, 7:00 PM
Community Media Center
900 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto
Free and open to all. Wheelchair accessible.

Simultaneous live TV broadcast on cable channel 27, Mid-Peninsula area.
Simultaneous live Internet webcast at the Community Media Center's website (select channel 27)

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Peninsula Peace and Justice Center
Your local peace and justice movement.
www.PeaceandJustice.org
(650) 326-8837