Blog Entries by Marshall Thompson
Lonesome George and the "Reddest State in the Nation"
I am over halfway through my 500-mile peace walk in Utah , the "reddest state in the nation". I spent last night in Panguitch , Utah. Panguitch is a Shoshone word that means big fish. It's been over a week since I've been able to find a news magazine or...
Peace is Pragmatic
Posted October 10, 2006 | 10:11 PM (EST)
Since I've started my walk for peace, several people have e-mailed to accuse me of sentimentalism and having my head in the clouds. One fellow wrote to me, "You speak of peace, but in truth, your pollyanna proposal will bring far, far more bloodshed than the current one."
Personally, I...
What I Learned in Iraq
Posted October 2, 2006 | 06:15 PM (EST)
I'm nervous today. This morning I started my 500-mile peace walk across Utah, the reddest state in the nation. I hope my legs hold up. I hope I don't sprain an ankle or injure a knee. But most of all, I hope I don't lose my temper.
About three...
How do the Troops Feel About the War?
Posted September 29, 2006 | 03:44 PM (EST)
Two months ago I returned from a one-year tour in Iraq. While in Iraq I became more convinced than ever of the unjust nature of this war and its sloppy execution. I knew that when I got home, I'd have to do something to make it right. On Oct. 2,...
Posted October 25, 2006 | 03:12 PM (EST)