Today, a bipartisan group of national lawmakers introduced a bill “To repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq.” Secure Families Initiative enthusiastically supports this legislation. Repealing outdated and dangerous war authorizations has widespread, bipartisan support because it makes sense to veterans, active duty service members and their families.
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Congress Dropped the Ball on a Dangerous War Authorization
We are deeply disappointed to learn that the repeal of the Iraq War Authorization (2002 AUMF) was eliminated from the final version of this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month + SFI Priorities
Throughout Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month, we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism and building a multicultural organization. We featured notable historical figures, discussed policy connections, and shared action items every week focused on voting rights, foreign policy, and domestic demilitarization. We are committed to building our […]
SFI Responds to House Committee Report on Domestic Violent Extremism
Today the majority staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs released its Report on “The Importance of Peer Support in Preventing Domestic Violent Extremism“ based on the investigative hearing at which Secure Families Initiative testified.
SFI & Hispanic Heritage Month
In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, we’ve explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism and building a multicultural organization. We featured notable historical figures, discussed policy connections, and shared action items every week focused on voting rights, foreign policy, and domestic demilitarization. We are committed to building our advocacy and […]
SFI & Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
To honor and acknowledge Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, throughout May we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and the AAPI community.
Military Families Support Re-entry to Iran Nuclear Deal
Time is running out. Latest reports tell us that this is our last chance to rescue a vital diplomatic deal. Now is the time to act to prevent an unnecessary war. Secure Families Initiative urges decision makers in Washington to support a negotiated re-entry into the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), more commonly known […]
Spotlight Series: Jamie Simic
Military spouses commonly hold a misconception: you have to keep your political opinions to yourself because you don’t want to “impact your service member’s career.” I’m here to dispel that myth and encourage military spouses to GET INVOLVED with politics. Our voices and stories need to be heard!
The Intersection of SFI Priorities and Anti-Racism
In honor of Black History Month, throughout February we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism. We are committed to building our advocacy and our work within this context year-round.
Join our Voter Focus Group
Secure Families Initiative is dedicated to promoting voter participation among military families, and ensuring that our community can cast our ballots without hesitation or complication. As part of that mission, we want to do our part to combat mis- and dis-information as it relates to voting and elections.