"If you had planned to come to Crawford in the middle of the hot summer in August, no one would have come with you, if you had planned it. But spontaneously, we have now been here 11 days in the most intense heat that you can imagine of west Texas. Some of the most intense heat thunderstorms."
About Ann Wright
Ann Wright — Life and Legacy
Ann Wright is a prominent figure in the realm of peace activism and diplomacy, recognized for her courageous stance against war and militarism. A former U.S. diplomat who resigned in protest of the Iraq War, Wright's commitment to justice and human rights has shaped her influential voice in the anti-war movement. Her quote, 'I refuse to be quiet,' encapsulates her determination to challenge the status quo and advocate for peace, even when faced with significant opposition. Wright's core philosophy revolves around the idea that peace is not merely the absence of war but requires active engagement in promoting justice and understanding. This perspective is evident in her assertion that 'Peace is not just the absence of war,' which highlights her belief that true peace must involve addressing the root causes of conflict. By emphasizing nonviolent resistance, she encourages others to pursue peaceful methods to confront oppression and effect change. Today, Ann Wright's quotes and ideas continue to resonate, inspiring individuals to engage in activism and advocate for a more just and peaceful world. Her work serves as a reminder of the power of diplomacy and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs in the pursuit of global peace.
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Ann Wright quotes
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"As a 29 year veteran of the US Army/Army Reserves, retiring as a Colonel and having served as a U.S. diplomat for 16 years and resigning in 2003 in opposition to the Iraq war, I firmly believe war does not resolve political issues. We must work diligently to force the governments of our nations to use diplomacy, not weapons."
"James loved Rhode Island, ... He loved the ocean. He would sit in his beach chair for hours and look out at the ocean."
"We don't know yet if it was the raw fish. We may never know the cause."