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David Cortright
Scholar of peace and nonviolence and former executive director of SANE, known for anti-nuclear organizing and leadership in the nuclear freeze movement.
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Dec 15, 2025
• 38min
Converting the War Economy
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In this discussion, Dr. David Cortright, a peace scholar, recounts his Vietnam-era organizing and the impact of SANE on the nuclear freeze movement. Larry Frank shares insights on building coalitions for economic conversion, revealing successful strategies like Prop X to shift funding from military to civilian jobs. Nathan Kim explores the intersection of defense tech and local economies, highlighting concerns over new weapons-related projects. The guests emphasize the need for bold organizing and collaboration to shape a more just economy.
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