by Wayne Finegar | Jan 3, 2019
Come join us as we write to various prompts (both non-military and military subjects) and explore various styles. We will share writing from other similar groups, and individuals may share their own writing, if they wish. The fourth Tuesday of the month is restricted...
by Wayne Finegar | Nov 18, 2018 | Before Joining, Conscientious Objection, GI Rights Hotline
Last week we received this email from Gary, one of the conscientious objectors we helped apply for discharge when he could no longer reconcile his Christian faith with being in the military. “One year ago I gave you a call. Today I got a call from my Company...
by Wayne Finegar | Aug 6, 2018 | Before Joining, GI Rights Hotline
Delayed Entry Program (DEP): On the GI Rights Hotline, we receive calls from service members in all phases of military service. Some of our favorite calls come from those in the Delayed Entry Program, individuals who have signed up but not yet reported for basic...
by Wayne Finegar | Nov 19, 2017 | Peace
[This is the complete version of an article written for the Quaker House Winter 2017 Newsletter. It is enriched by illustrative examples from her own experiences working with refugees that were omitted from the newsletter due to space limitations.] “I will write songs...
by Wayne Finegar | Mar 3, 2015 | Before Joining, Military
I’m often asked by people, “What are good reasons for not joining the Army/Navy/Air Force/etc.?” Or I’m told the corollary, “My friend/recruiter says the Army/Navy/Air Force/etc. can do . . . for me.” I recently picked up and...