How to Promote the Anti-War Movement on Memorial Day

Memorial Day is the national holiday when we remember those who have died serving the United States of America. In recent years the day has become a popular date for anti-war demonstrations and protests. These demonstrations are often controversial, but also get a lot of media attention. Because of the sensitive nature of the day, it's important to adapt your demonstration plans, however.

Instructions

1. Keep the focus on honoring soldiers. Because of Memorial Day's history of being a day of quiet and thoughtful remembrance, efforts to loudly protest war will likely be met with great hostility and may actually do more harm than good for your cause. Be polite and respectful to honor soldiers who have died and who are still serving in war.

2. Get friends and relatives together for a public demonstration of support for the troops and remembrance of fallen soldiers. Hold a moment of silence to honor fallen soldiers before the event. Applaud the soldiers for their patriotic efforts in war and politely suggest we reward their efforts by allowing them to come home.

3. Participate in other public events. The primary objective of these events will probably be remembering soldiers who have died, so do not let your demonstrations overshadow those efforts. Quietly display respectful signs. Memorial Day picnics may be less formal and you may be able to set up a booth, but check with the event's organizers.

4. Organize a candlelight vigil or prayer vigil the night before Memorial Day. Pray for and honor soldiers who have given their lives and then pray for peace.

5. Promote the anti-war movement at Memorial Day demonstrations by encouraging others to write their congressional representatives asking them to take measures to bring the troops home. Pass out literature with the representatives in your area and their contact information.