Dear James,
Seventy-seven years ago this week, a nightmare unfolded in Japan.
Two nuclear bombs, dropped from American B-29s on Aug. 6 and 9, leveled the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. At least 110,000 people—mostly civilians—were killed. Thousands more died in the coming weeks, months, and years due to radiation exposure.
With that carnage came an enduring lesson: The world can never know true peace so long as nuclear weapons exist.
The threat of nuclear confrontation with Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran is growing. Right here in the United States, thousands continue to suffer the health consequences of nuclear testing without proper compensation from the government.
We can chart a better future together. Here are two ways for you to act:
- Write Congress: Urge your lawmakers to support the RECA Amendments of 2021 (H.R. 5338) to address the harm caused by U.S. nuclear testing.
- Cranes for Peace: Fold an origami paper crane as part of the #CranesForOurFuture campaign and share a message on social media about what a world free of nuclear weapons means to you.
Every voice matters. We hope you’ll join us in taking action!
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Sincerely, Allen Hester Legislative Representative |
