is anyone else here a member of their local food not bombs chapter?
By robynlisa
@robynlisa (69)
United States
1 response
@ParaTed2k (22940)
• Sheboygan, Wisconsin
30 May 07
Not a member of that organization, but just had to chime in... As a member of the U.S. Army and Army National Guards, I've been involved in delivering both food and bombs. In both cases we were protested, told we had no business being there, attacked and otherwise mistreated. In both cases we were thanked, called "heroes" and were well respected.
So, my point is, I'm not sure what an organization like, "Food not Bombs" hopes to accomplish.
@robynlisa (69)
• United States
30 May 07
Food Not Bombs is one of the fastest growing revolutionary movements. There are hundreds of autonomous chapters sharing free vegetarian food with hungry people and protesting war and poverty. Each group recovers food that would otherwise be thrown out and makes fresh hot vegetarian meals that are served in in outside in public spaces to anyone without restriction. Each independent group also serves free vegetarian meals at protests and other events. taking direct action towards creating a world free from domination, coercion and violence. Food is a right, not a privilege.
@ParaTed2k (22940)
• Sheboygan, Wisconsin
30 May 07
So what is different between that and the humanitarian missions I was on while in the military?
{{{Not trying to be argumentative or rude, just wondering}}}}
I do respect your willingness to provide for others.
@lamecasper (65)
• United States
15 Jan 08
The difference between Food Not Bombs and the organization you were involved with is that Food Not Bombs is against the war.
