The Path to Zero: Dialogues on Nuclear Dangers

by Richard Falk and David Krieger
Paradigm Publishers, 2012

In a series of clear, calm, well-reasoned dialogues, longtime scholars and practitioners of peace Richard Falk and David Krieger probe key questions about our nuclear reality and dig beneath the surreal surface tranquility that has largely surrounded its existence.

Although the authors agree on much, there are many areas where their thoughts diverge, including their assessment of the value of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and of President Obama’s level of commitment to nuclear issues. They put forward new proposals and explore in the dialogues different ways to move ahead. They contend that a nuclear-free future is not a subject to be left only to experts—for the so-called experts have brought us to the brink of the nuclear precipice over and over again. Falk and Krieger believe that although none of us has the power to bring about global change alone, together we are immensely powerful—powerful enough to overcome the threats of the Nuclear Age and move us appreciably along “the path to zero.”

This book is available now in hard cover from the publisher. The paperback version will be available for purchase in October 2012.

Never Enough Flowers: The Poetry of Peace II

Edited by David Krieger
CreateSpace, 2012

Never Enough Flowers: The Poetry of Peace II is a collection of winning poems from the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation's Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards from 2003-2010. The collection was edited by NAPF President David Krieger and Perie Longo.

This book is available for purchase in the NAPF Peace Store.

Speaking of Peace: Quotations to Inspire Action

Edited by David Krieger
CreateSpace, 2011

Speaking of Peace: Quotations to Inspire Action is a collection of quotations on peace, war and the human spirit. These quotations were selected by David Krieger, long-time President of NAPF, to encourage thought and inspire action toward a more peaceful and nuclear weapon-free world.

The book is divided into ten chapters: Lessons of History; War; Peace; Nuclear Weapons / Nuclear War; Earth Citizenship; Human Spirit; Commitment to Life; Individual Power; Individual Responsibility; and Hope.

This book is available for purchase in the NAPF Peace Store.

God's Tears

By David Krieger
Coal Sack Publishing Company, 2010

Tadatoshi Akiba, Mayor of Hiroshima, said of this book:

"Nuclear weapons have done enough damage. The tragedy that Hiroshima and Nagasaki have experienced must never happen to anyone anywhere ever again. In this book, David Krieger has combined reason, passion, and aesthetic skill to convey this fundamental message of the hibakusha. In a few carefully crafted, poetic pages, he presents facts and feelings that reaffirm a profound truth: the only constructive mission of nuclear weapons lies in their total abolition. Krieger has made a significant contribution to that end."

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The Challenge of Abolishing Nuclear Weapons

Edited by David Krieger
Transaction, 2009

The contributors to this volume provide historical perspective on nuclear weapons policy; explore the role of international law in furthering the prospects of nuclear weapons abolition; consider the obstacles to abolition; present a path to achieving a nuclear weapon-free world; and look beyond abolition to consider issues of post-abolition sovereignty and general and complete disarmament. The goal of a nuclear weapon-free world can be awakened by an engaged citizenry bringing pressure from below in demanding action from political leaders. This book contributes to this awakening and engagement.

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At the Nuclear Precipice: Catastrophe or Transformation?

Edited by David Krieger and Richard Falk
Foreward by Douglas Roche
Preface by Mairead Corrigan Maguire
Palgrave Macmillan, 2008

This book focuses on an even more urgent and "inconvenient truth" than global warming. At the nuclear precipice, humanity's choices are catastrophe or transformation. This book explores the present nuclear predicament, and how to step away from the precipice and assure humanity's future. It examines the intersections between international law and national policies; and between nuclear proliferation, nuclear terrorism and nuclear disarmament. The book offers a way out if policy makers of leading countries can summon the vision and political will to move in a new direction.

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Hold Hope, Wage Peace

Edited by David Krieger and Carah Ong
Foreward by Walter Cronkite
Capra Press, 2005

This compendium of inspiration and information by international peace leaders includes a foreword by eminent journalist Walter Cronkite and articles by Nuclear Age Peace Foundation President David Krieger, famed primatologist Jane Goodall, Rev. Theodore Hesburgh, Soka Gakkai International President Daisaku Ikeda, Nobel Prize Laureate Mairead Corrigan Maguire, Body Shop founder Anita Roddick, historian Howard Zinn, and many others!

There is a Zen saying that one chops wood and carries water before enlightenment; and after enlightenment one chops wood and carries water. In other words, the basics don’t change with enlightenment. The thesis of this important book is that the basics for building a more decent world are holding hope and waging peace, and that these do not change.

In his foreword, Walter Cronkite writes, “Hopelessness translates into inaction; it translates into surrender to what is feared to be the inevitable. We must all be thinking about what can be done to assure a human future on our planet.” Learn More >>

Today Is Not a Good Day for War

By David Krieger
Capra Press, 2005

Today Is Not a Good Day for War, is a remarkable collection of peace poems that spans a period of more than 35 years. Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu writes, “These poems touch a deep chord of hope in the human spirit. They inspire us to believe that peace is not an impossible dream.”

In poems such as “On Becoming Human,” “A Conspiracy of Decency,” and “You Are Not One But Many,” Krieger weaves together threads of hope and dreams for a world that is just for all. Tadatoshi Akiba, Mayor of Hiroshima, says that Today Is Not a Good Day for War “speaks in the language of peace and captures Hiroshima’s spirit of hope.” Learn More >>

Peace - 100 Ideas

By Joshua C. Chen and David Krieger
CDA Press, 2004

Visually rich and conceptually layered, Peace: 100 Ideas is an innovative pairing of text and 200 pages of original, full-color illustrations and photographic imagery. This ambitious volume provides 100 simple solutions for promoting peace that will challenge readers to rethink previous perceptions and reexamine their roles as members of an extended community.

This book is available for purchase in the NAPF Peace Store.

Hope in a Dark Time, reflections on Humanity's Future

Edited by David Krieger
Foreward by Archbishop Desmund Tutu
Capra Press, 2003

"In this book, an extraordinary group of visionaries explore their hopes for humanity's future. They are not simply optimists. They are talented dreamers and activists who daily contribute their visions and their lives to building a better world.
The authors share an understanding that humanity is endangered as never before and that the futures of our families, our communities, our nations, and the common future of humanity stand in jeopardy. They share in the belief that our times compel extraordinary efforts to achieve a more just and decent future for all." -- David Krieger Learn More >>

The Poetry of Peace

Edited by David Krieger
Foreward by Terry Tempest Williams
Capra Press, 2003

The poems in this book examine peace from many perspectives. They are filled with the wonder and magic of everyday life. They also express the sorrow and loss that war and violence bring. They speak to the fear and frustration that one may not be able to do enough to assure peace. They find peace rooted in relationships to each other, to other living things and to the earth. In these poems one finds a burning desire to do more to heal wounded spirits and our wounded earth. These poems combine the mystery of creativity with a longing for peace. Learn More >>

A Maginot Line in the Sky: International Perspective On Ballistic Missile Defense

Edited by David Krieger and Carah Ong
Foreward by, Richard Falk
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2001

A Maginot Line in the Sky: International Perspectives on Ballistic Missile Defense brings together the views of eighteen contributors of different nationalities, including Americans, on the proposed US Ballistic Missile Defense plans. These perspectives should be included in any intelligent discussion of whether or not the US should proceed as it is currently planning. Learn More >>

An Unacceptable Risk: Nuclear Weapons in a Volatile World

By Douglas Roche, O.C.
Foreword by, David Krieger
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation and Project Ploughshares, 1995

An Unacceptable Risk is a clear and convincing expose of the folly of nuclear retentionist claims and strategies that also outlines the basic elements of a nuclear abolition agenda. The book argues for a resolution of the nuclear question in the context of a multi-dimensional security agenda - one that attends to economic, social and democratic development; environmental protection; and human rights; as well as disarmament. Perhaps most importantly, it recognizes the persistent threat of nuclear weapons to all that we value, and presents the abolition of nuclear weapons as no less than essential to the moral and material evolution of humanity. Learn More >>

Nuclear Weapons and the World Court

By Ved P. Nanda and David Krieger
Transnational Publishers, Inc., 1998

Waging Peace II: Vision and Hope for the 21st Century

Edited by David Krieger and Frank Kelly
Nobel Press, 1992

An anthology of essays by, The XIVth Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Linus Pauling, Jan Tinbergen, Jacques-Yves Cousteau and others who speak out on peace in the Nineties and beyond. Among the subjects explored in this probing collection are the power of individual citizens to effect change, the continued threat of ongoing arms development, the need to revitalize the United Nations to make it more effective in preserving international harmony, and the debilitating effects of war on the human spirit. Learn More >>

Waging Peace In the Nuclear Age: Ideas for Action

Edited by David Krieger and Frank Kelly
Capra Press, 1988

Excitement and progress fills this book. In these pages you will find an American admiral describing the limits of military power in our age; a noted businessman, Ted Turner, declaring that "the arms race is bad business"; a psychologist, Diana Hull, demanding "informed consent" for national policies' a Nobel prize-winner, Jan Tinbergen, offering ways to revitalize the United Nations; a former speech-writer for President Truman calling for a new method of finding and nominating Presidents; a brilliant economist, Seymour Melman, outlining what must be done to move from a war economy to a peace economy with a high level of jobs and prosperity. The final section provides twenty specific steps for your participation in moving the world toward peace. Learn More >>

Nuclear Weapons and a Sustainable Future

By David Krieger
Briefing to the 2012 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) PrepCom

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation President David Krieger has published a Briefing Booklet for the 2012 Non-Proliferation Treaty PrepCom that calls for bold action by non-nuclear weapon states to achieve the abolition of nuclear weapons.

“Should there be consequences for failing to commence negotiations and to complete them within a reasonable timeframe?” – David Krieger

Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament: Shifting the Mindset

By David Krieger
Briefing to the 2010 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference
A Project of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2010

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation President David Krieger has produced a briefing booklet for the 2010 Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference that explores the changes in thinking needed to move from the omnicidal threat of nuclear weapons to the abolition of nuclear weapons.

“A thorough rethinking of nuclear policy is needed, with the goal of moving from minimal acceptable change to a comprehensive plan for achieving a nuclear weapon-free future.” – David Krieger

A Return to Sanity: A Briefing for the New President

By David Krieger
A Project of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2008

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation President David Krieger has produced a briefing paper for the new US President, calling for US leadership for a nuclear weapons-free world. Dr. Krieger outlines the imperative of quick, concise action and the steps necessary to achieve the goal.

“Redirecting U.S. nuclear policy toward achieving a world free of nuclear weapons is not a matter of politics or political gain; it is an issue of human survival.” – David Krieger

Back to Basics: Reviving Nuclear Disarmament in the Non-Proliferation Regime

By David Krieger and Carah Ong
Briefing to the 2005 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference
A Project of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2005

"The nuclear weapons states must realize that they can no longer view nuclear weapons as a source of power and prestige in today’s world when they pose such incredible danger to the very people they portend to protect. While to some countries, moving toward eliminating nuclear arsenals may appear to be a sacrifice, it is undoubtedly a sacrifice that will have tangible security benefits for themselves and for the world." --Excerpt from the Foundation's 2005 NPT Briefing

A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste
A Guide to the Demilitarization of America’s Youth and Students

A Project of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2004

 The Demil Guide includes articles on military recruiting in high schools, universities of mass destruction, how to struggle against militarism, organizing tools and success stories.  This collaborative project was made possible by generous grants from the Sunshine Project, the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation and the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, as well as the “advertisers” that appear in the guide. Contributors to the guide include the American Friends Service Committee, National Youth and Student Peace Coalition, the Sunshine Project, and Tri-Valley CAREs, among others.  The Foundation designed and published A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste.

Teaching Peace - A guide for the Classroom and Everyday Life

By Leah C. Wells
Sponsored by the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2003

This book is an opportunity to learn more about liberation education and to
participate in the vision of how American education is an integral part of a global revolution to create balance and harmony between people, nature, technology, religion, economics and many other disciplines. Peace education is fundamentally not only about seeing the end result, but honoring the process as well.

International Law and the Quest for Security

Edited by Richard Falk and David Krieger
A Project of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2003

A political and moral urgency pertains to our concerns about issues of peace and security for this nation and for the peoples of the world. This volume contains some excellent presentations that address difficult facets of this fundamental challenge, considering a wide range of problems that we as citizens need to devote our energies to resolving in the best possible ways.

The Iraq Crisis and International Law

Edited by Richard Falk and David Krieger
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, 2003

This briefing booklet considers the legal, moral, and strategic arguments related to President George W. Bush’s threats to initiate a preemptive war against Iraq, with or without an eventual authorization by the UN, as well as the US Government approach to nuclear weapons policy.

The Foundation’s Annual Report provides information on Foundation activities in the areas of abolishing nuclear weapons and empowering peace leaders. PDF versions of recent issues are available below.

By making an annual donation of $25 and up within the US and $50 and up internationally, you will receive the Foundation' s Annual Report and other publications via mail.

Back issues of these reports can be ordered from the Foundation for $5.00 each. To order a copy, please send an e-mail to frontdesk@napf.org

The Foundation’s Waging Peace Report was published quarterly up to 2004 and provided information on important issues of peace and international law, as well as information on Foundation activities. PDF versions of recent issues are available below.

Back issues of these reports can be ordered from the Foundation for $5.00 each. To order a copy, please send an e-mail to frontdesk@napf.org

NAPF Promotional Flyer

This flyer is used to promote the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation at lectures and public events around the world. Please contact us if you would like a batch of flyers to distribute in your area.

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Opportunity Costs of Nuclear Weapons

This chart details what we could accomplish globally with the annual $55 billion the U.S. spends on nuclear weapons. The answers may surprise you.

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Religious Statements for the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons

This flyer highlights statements of leaders of many different faiths advocating the abolition of nuclear weapons.

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Nuclear Age Peace Foundation Brochure

Since 1982, the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation has worked to enhance both global and human security and is a voice for millions of people concerned about the fate of the planet. The Foundation has grown to become one of the world’s preeminent educational and advocacy organizations working for nuclear disarmament, strengthened international law and the creation of a new generation of peace leaders.

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How We Make A Difference

For over 25 years, the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation has been a voice of conscience. Our message is that nuclear weapons threaten the future of all life on our planet, and it is the responsibility of all of us, working together, to end this threat forever.

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2011 Evening for Peace Program

The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation presented the 2011 Distinguished Peace Leadership Award to Dr. Tadatoshi Akiba, and the 2011 World Citizenship Award to Shigeko Sasamori on behalf of all hibakusha of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

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2010 Evening for Peace Program

The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation presented the 2010 Distinguished Peace Leadership Award to Rev. James Lawson and Prof. Glenn Paige.

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2009 Evening for Peace Program

The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation presented the 2009 Distinguished Peace Leadership Award to Riane Eisler, and the 2009 World Citizenship Award to Judith Mayotte.

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2008 Evening for Peace Program

The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation presented the 2008 Distinguished Peace Leadership Award to Rev. George Regas, and the 2008 World Citizenship Award to Stanley Sheinbaum.

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2007 Evening for Peace Program

The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation presented the 2007 Distinguished Peace Leadership Award to the music group Peter, Paul & Mary.

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2011 Kelly Lecture

The 2011 Kelly Lecture was presented by Commander Robert Green (Royal Navy, ret.). The lecture was entitled "Breaking Free from Nuclear Deterrence."

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"Nuclear deterrence is a scheme for making nuclear war less probable by making it more probable." – Commander Robert Green

2010 Kelly Lecture

The 2010 Kelly Lecture was presented by Ambassador Max Kampelman. The lecture was entitled "Zero Nuclear Weapons for a Sane and Sustainable World."

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"The time for us to achieve our goal of zero is now!" – Ambassador Max Kampelman

2009 Kelly Lecture

The 2009 Kelly Lecture was presented by renowned author and activist Frances Moore Lappé. The lecture was entitled "Living Democracy, Feeding Hope."

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"We can see that fear is in part only an idea - the product of our mental map's interpretation of reality, not reality itself." – Frances Moore Lappé

2008 Kelly Lecture

The 2008 Kelly Lecture was presented by former Washington Post columnist and peace educator Colman McCarthy. The lecture was entitled "Teach Peace."

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“I can report that the hunger to find alternatives to violence is strong and waiting to be satisfied.” – Colman McCarthy

2007 Kelly Lecture

The 2007 Kelly Lecture presented by Jakob von Uexküll, founder of the Right Livelihood Award. The lecture was entitled "Globalization: Values, Responsibility and Global Justice."

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“We cannot rely on “those up there” to act on our behalf, for rarely have the powerful been so confused and divided.” – Jakob von Uexküll

2006 Kelly Lecture

The 2006 Kelly Lecture was presented by Nobel Peace Laureate Mairead Corrigan Maguire. The lecture was entitled "A Right to Live Without Violence, Nuclear Weapons and War."

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“Nuclear weapons are hopelessly irrelevant to the threat of terrorism .” – Mairead Corrigan Maguire

2005 Kelly Lecture

The 2005 Kelly Lecture was presented by psychiatrist and author Robert Jay Lifton. The lecture was entitled "America and the Human Future: Surviving Vietnam, 9/11 and Iraq."

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“But what really corrupts is the quest for absolute power. The vision or fantasy of absolute power is totally corrupting.” – Robert Jay Lifton

2004 Kelly Lecture

The 2004 Kelly Lecture was presented by entrepreneur and activist Anita Roddick. The lecture was entitled "Kindness as a Key to Humanity's Future."

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“Kindness can - and should - be practiced tenaciously, deliberately and even aggressively. Kindness should not be passive. Kindness applied with focus and determination can be a revolutionary force.” – Anita Roddick

2003 Kelly Lecture

The 2003 Kelly Lecture was presented by Professor Richard Falk. The lecture was entitled "American Civil Liberties & Human Rights Under Siege."

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“We can only begin to imagine how different would have been the pre-war debate within the United Nations on Iraq policy if there was a peoples' assembly that spoke for the 90 percent of the world's population opposed to this war, rather than the kind of discourse on the nuances of coercive diplomacy that has dominated the Security Council debate.” – Richard Falk

2002 Kelly Lecture

The inaugural 2002 Kelly Lecture was presented by Frank K. Kelly, co-founder and Senior Vice President of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation. The lecture was entitled "Glorious Beings: What We Are and What We May Become."

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“As we become what we were intended to be, we will act upon our understanding of the fact that what we think and what we do will have repercussions through the whole future.” – Frank K. Kelly