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Political action to reduce and eventually eliminate nuclear threats. We've helped elect 400 Members of Congress since 1962. livableworld.org

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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
With 5 weeks until election day, support leaders who prioritize diplomacy, lower nuclear risks & working families. Help power these campaigns: 🗳️ Forstag (MT-01) 🗳️ Johnson (MN-01) 🗳️ Cooke (WI-03) 🗳️ Nez (AZ-02) 🗳️ Dembo (KY-06) Donate link in comments! 🔗 #5WeeksOut #Vote2026
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
➕📈 THE MATH ALL ADDS UP! ➕📈 20-year public school math teacher @jakejohnsonmn.bsky.social is running for MN-01! From protecting working families to championing diplomacy & nuclear arms control, Jake brings real accountability. Donate & learn more: secure.actblue.com/donate/clwjo...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing @samforstag.bsky.social for MT-01! He: ✅ joined the U.S. Forest Service as a smokejumper ✅ advocated at the state legislature for funding of public lands ✅ he's committed to lowering nuclear risks and championing diplomacy
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Former Council endorsee Ted Lieu knows commonsense guardrails on nuclear weapons use are long overdue in this country --- and we agree.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social's comeback in the Senate. During his previous tenure he: ✅ supported diplomacy over militarism ✅ voted for ratifying the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty ✅ called for increased diplomacy to prevent nuclear arms racing
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing @zachdembo.bsky.social for KY-06! He: ✅is a former Navy JAG lawyer and federal prosecutor who resigned due to Justice Department corruption ✅ criticized President Trump’s war of choice in Iran ✅ favors diplomacy over conflict in U.S. foreign policy
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing Rep. Herb Conaway M.D. for NJ-03! He: ✅serves on the House Armed Services Committee ✅ co-sponsored the “No Funds for Iran War Act” and voted for pit production oversight ✅ served as a physician, state lawmaker and air force veteran
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
With the Trump administration's defense budget request pushing spending past the TRILLION-DOLLAR MARK, we need to move away from funding unsustainable, bloated weapons systems before it is too late.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
"Our position remains: not one more dollar for this illegal war!” Read more from Executive Director John Tierney's statement on the Trump administration’s request for supplemental funding for the war in Iran: livableworld.org/let-the-war-...
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'Let the War Powers Resolution Be the End of Any Conversation About Further War Funding' - Council for a Livable World
(JUNE 25—WASHINGTON) On behalf of the Council for a Livable World, Executive Director and former Congressman John Tierney released the following statement on the Trump administration’s request for sup...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing @formerpreznez.bsky.social for AZ-02! He: ✅ served as President of the Navajo Nation from 2019-2023 ✅ has seen first-hand how uranium mining for nuclear weapons contaminated Navajo land ✅ publicly criticized the war in Iran and its impact on Americans
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
“President Trump himself has said that nuclear weapons are a bad idea. Why then is his administration requesting the equivalent of more than FOUR MANHATTAN PROJECTS this year for nuclear weapons?” Listen to Political Director @connormmurray.bsky.social's statement: www.youtube.com/live/W4ANf1w...
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Live introducing the Slash the Pentagon Act. We need to cut Trump's $1.5 TRILLION defense budget.
YouTube video by Senator Markey
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Your friendly neighborhood Comms Associate is leaving for grad school! If you want to create content about reducing the dangers of nuclear weapons through Congressional action, learn more about the position and apply before Sunday at 11:59 PM ET: livableworld.org/about/jobs-a...
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Jobs and Internships - Council for a Livable World
Jobs and internships available at Council for a Livable World, a political advocacy organization dedicated to enhancing peace and security.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
We're proud of our Council endorsees Derek Tran, John Garamendi and @gene4va.bsky.social who stood up and said NO to the excessive Pentagon topline during yesterday's HASC markup of the National Defense Authorization Act! Learn more about our house candidates: livableworld.org/meet-the-can...
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House Candidates - Council for a Livable World
2026 House Candidates Endorsement season is upon us! Join our email list to be the first to know about the candidates and incumbents who we believe will advocate smarter nuclear policy and Pentagon sp...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We're endorsing Sen. @edmarkey.bsky.social! He: ✅ has advocated against nuclear weapons since the 1980s ✅ is the co-chair of the Nuclear Weapons + Arms Control Working Group ✅ is one of Congress's most prominent leaders on nuclear arms control/non-proliferation
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Few understand the impact of nuclear weapons more than Tony deBrum, a Marshallese politician who grew up in the aftermath of nuclear tests that still affect his country. We must not permanently stain our world with the blight of nuclear weapons.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are endorsing Rep. @maxinefororegon.bsky.social! She: ✅ co-sponsored resolution to “halt and reverse the nuclear arms race” ✅ signed a letter opposing Pres Trump’s push to resume explosive nuclear weapons testing ✅ voted to limit Trump’s future actions in Iran
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
We must redirect our energy toward peace and diplomacy, not meaningless warmongering in the Middle East.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Trump's budget request demands $1.5 TRILLION from US to fight HIS unpopular war & for other expenses that won't keep us safe. Watch Political Director Connor Murray break this number down and donate to candidates who want to hold the Pentagon accountable: livableworld.org/meet-the-can...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
We were happy to stand alongside 200 other organizations in calling for sanity and #NoWarWithIran. We need leaders in Congress who are ready to push back against his warmongering and say no to war, nuclear weapons and sole authority. livableworld.org/meet-the-can...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
We need to stop this baseless war in Iran and avoid repeating the mistakes of our past. #NoWarInIran
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Executive Director and former Congressman John Tierney has seen Netanyahu’s warmongering first-hand. His wisdom shared in this 2018 piece still applies today. thehill.com/opinion/nati...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
We’ve joined over 250+ orgs like the @aclu.org and @moveon.org to tell Congress it's time to vote NO on a bill for 50 BILLION extra dollars toward Trump’s endless war in Iran. #NoWarWithIran www.citizen.org/article/no-f...
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No Funding for Trump's Illegal War on Iran - Public Citizen
Dear U.S. Senators and U.S. Representatives, We, the undersigned 251 organizations, have a range of institutional missions and mandates, but…
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Do you want to spend your days working to lower nuclear risks and prevent nuclear war through Congressional action? We have a new position open for a Research Analyst/Advocacy Associate. Join us in the fight for a world without nukes and apply by 3/20. livableworld.org/about/jobs-a...
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Jobs and Internships - Council for a Livable World
Jobs and internships available at Council for a Livable World, a political advocacy organization dedicated to enhancing peace and security.
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Nukes of Hazard @nukesofhazard.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Thanks for the chance to re-up (and update) our graphic, Newt Gingrich! Let us know if we can make this any clearer. www.aol.com/articles/don...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! If you’re looking for a position that combines Congressional advocacy and education on nuclear non-proliferation, this could be the job for you. Application deadline March 20: livableworld.org/about/jobs-a...
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Jobs and Internships - Council for a Livable World
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Public Citizen @publiccitizen.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Over 250 organizations have joined our letter demanding no additional funding for Trump's war of choice on Iran. The additional $50 BILLION the Trump admin has requested would be enough to restore SNAP for 4 million Americans. Congress must refuse funding for this illegal war.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
We need more advocates in Congress advancing arms control at a time when escalatory actions have become the norm. Learn more about our endorsees fighting for a future without nuclear war: livableworld.org/meet-the-can...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
YOU: Track Congress, national security and foreign policy WE: Work to mitigate nuclear risks and promote a diplomacy-first foreign policy through Congressional action Are we a match? Application deadline March 20. livableworld.org/about/jobs-a...
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Jobs and Internships - Council for a Livable World
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
WE’RE HIRING! If you’re looking for a position that combines Congressional advocacy and education on nuclear non-proliferation, this could be the job for you. Application deadline March 20. livableworld.org/about/jobs-a...
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Jobs and Internships - Council for a Livable World
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are endorsing Rep. @foster4congress.bsky.social again! He: ✅ is the only PhD physicist in Congress ✅ introduced H. Res. 100 in 2025 which reaffirms the value of arms control ✅ organized his House colleagues for an hour of speeches in January on New START’s expiration
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Time and time again, it's been tested and proven: diplomacy and cooperation are what keep us away from the brink of nuclear war. We must elect officials doing what we know works to keep us safe.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are endorsing Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet again! She: ✅ cosponsored H.R. 3564, the Nuclear First-Strike Security Act, in 2025 ✅ voted repeatedly to reassert Congress’ War Powers authority ✅ criticized President Trump’s attacks in Venezuela
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
🚨 The New START nuclear treaty expires TOMORROW! 🚨 Read our statement to learn why this means increased nuclear risks and a possible return to the Cold War. livableworld.org/statement-on...
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Statement On the Expiration of the Last Treaty Restricting the World’s Two Largest Nuclear Arsenals (New START) - Council for a Livable World
‘THE END OF NEW START DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN THE END OF NUCLEAR ARMS CONTROL’ (FEBRUARY 4—WASHINGTON) The last remaining bilateral treaty restricting the world’s two largest nuclear arsenals — the New S...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are endorsing Rep. Val Hoyle again! She: ✅ cosponsored legislation to limit the President's ability to launch nukes ✅ opposes a return to explosive nuclear weapons tests ✅ spoke on the House floor supporting arms control in light of New START expiring
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
65 years ago today, President Eisenhower warned America about the influence of the military-industrial complex on policy. Support the Council and our endorsees to push back against the massive defense industry and demand policy that responds to our national security needs.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Check out the House floor speeches on New START expiration and the need for nuclear arms control! www.c-span.org/clip/us-hous...
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User Clip: Special Order on New START and Arms Control
Speeches from House Democrats on New START expiration and the importance of nuclear arms control.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are endorsing Rep. @teresafornm.bsky.social again! She: ✅ is a major advocate fighting for compensation for those affected by the fallout of nuclear weapons ✅ wrote and got passed legislation expanding RECA ✅ is the Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are proud to endorse Rep. @chrispappasnh.bsky.social in his Senate Campaign! He: ✅ co-sponsored the Nuclear First-Strike Security Act of 2025 this year ✅ favors continued bi- and multilateral arms control ✅ opposes new kinds of nuclear weapons
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
As the first western journalist to report on the Hiroshima bombing, Wilfred Burchett painted a picture of Hiroshima that, 80 years later, we must not forget.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are supporting Rep. @gene4va.bsky.social again! He: ✅ supported multiple amendments in line with our views ✅ is a national security expert who previously served on the National Security Council ✅ currently serves on the House Armed Services Committee
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
“Nuclear non-proliferation advocates are overlooking a major development in international law that could make our advocacy efforts more comprehensive and effective,” write Center intern Julia Cooper and Council board Chair Jules Zacher.  livableworld.org/human-rights...
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Human Rights Law Can Solve a Key Non-Proliferation Loophole - Council for a Livable World
By Julia Cooper, Center Fall 2025 Policy Intern, and Jules Zacher, Board Chair Nuclear non-proliferation advocates are overlooking a major development in international law that could make our advocacy...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are supporting Rep. Emilia Sykes! She: ✅ had a perfect voting record on Council issues in her first term ✅ opposed wasteful nuclear weapons programs ✅ excels at being a community fighter
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are supporting Rep. @mikelevin.org again! He: ✅ is a proven leader on climate policy ✅ co-sponsored the Nuclear First-Strike Security Act ✅ has direct oversight over nuclear weapons programs at the NNSA on the appropriations committee
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are supporting Sen. @ossoff.bsky.social again! He: ✅ serves on the Appropriations, Intelligence and Rules Committees ✅ continues previous work on nuclear non-proliferation and anti-corruption policy ✅ introduced the stock trading ban for MoCs and their spouses
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are excited to support @rebeccaforwi.bsky.social. She: ✅ is ready to work on commonsense solutions to our national security issues ✅ opposes new types of nuclear weapons ✅ is ready to promote oversight over Pentagon programs
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
"It's dangerous for troops on the ground, for American citizens, for the political leaders of our country to think they have a shield against these kinds of weapons," says Council board member @joecirin.bsky.social about "A House of Dynamite". We agree! www.tmz.com/2025/10/28/h...
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'House of Dynamite' Accurately Shows U.S. Missile Defense Flaws, Expert Says
The Pentagon is cherry picking data when it tries to shoot down a popular new movie's portrayal of America's $50 billion nuclear missile defenses ... at least according to national security analyst Jo...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
A House of Dynamite "exposes a brutal truth that too many decision-makers and policy experts in Washington refuse to admit: Long-range missile defense will not protect us," writes long-term endorsee Sen. Ed Markey. www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...
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I'm a U.S. senator. 'House of Dynamite' exposes a brutal truth.
The film dispels the comforting illusion that technology can shield us from a nuclear attack.
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
There are less than 100 DAYS before the last arms control treaty between the United States and Russia expires. Make your voice heard and tell your representative today that we need MORE arms control, not reckless arms racing. secure.ngpvan.com/_xyB16tAh0-m...
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Tell Congress: Support Nuclear Arms Control Today
The last remaining arms control agreement between the United States and Russia expires February 5, 2026. Agreements like this have successfully reduced the global nuclear arsenal from about 70,000 nuc...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
“A House of Dynamite” is fiction, but the threat of nuclear war is all too real. Join us in building a future without the threat of nuclear violence: livableworld.org/a-house-of-d...
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What 'A House of Dynamite' Tells Us and What You Can Do - Council for a Livable World
“This is insanity!”   “No, Sir. This is reality.”  This minor exchange between the U.S. President, played by Idris Elba, and the commander of U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM), played by Tracy Letts, ...
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Council for a Livable World @livableworld.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
🚨NEW 2026 ENDORSEE🚨 We are happy to support Rep. Derek Tran. He: ✅ is a member of the House Armed Services Committee ✅ supported amendments related to alternatives on plutonium pit production ✅ supported diverting SLCM-N funds in favor of tuition assistance
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