This event is open to all activists in the LA area who want to be part of a more organized effort to pressure Congress to end the occupation of Iraq and bring the troops home.

Topics:

** What "out of Iraq" legislation is emerging in Congress and how can grassroots lobbyists push it further?

**What is the status with Peace Talks between the Iraqi Government and the Iraqi Resistance?

** How can we organize or join an existing "out of Iraq" lobbying group in our congressional districts?

** How can we bringing veterans, military families and clergy into our lobbying groups?

** How can we best organize support for a draft LA City Council "Out of Iraq/Bring Home the CA Nat Guard" resolution?

Confirmed Speakers:

Congresswoman Maxine Waters,

Tom Hayden,

Jeff Key (Iraq Veterans Against the War),

Erin Sikorsky-Stewart (State Political Director, California Peace Action)

More speakers TBA

Main Sanctuary, Hollywood United Methodist Church, (Hollywood & Franklin)

Los Angeles, CA

Doors open at 7:00 pm. Speakers begin at 7:30

$10 suggested donation accepted at the door to cover costs of venue.

No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

All proceeds from event will benefit Iraq Veterans Against the War.

Parking at the church is free, but limited. Please arrive early for best options. If the parking lot is full, there is additional parking available at Hollywood & Highland mall (enter from Highland Avenue south of Franklin) for $2 (validation from Hollywood & Highland shop required).

By Metro : Take Red Line to Hollywood & Highland. Walk North up Highland Avenue to Franklin.