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Use this film for peace and political reform!

LET MY COUNTRY AWAKE
50 minute documentary film
Filmed, directed, produced and edited by Deb Huston and Janet Fuchs
Mindgarden Media

Let My Country Awake chronicles American opposition to the 2003 war on Iraq. Filmed in San Francisco, New York, Washington and Los Angeles, this documentary features congressional representatives, political activists, celebrities and concerned citizens. The film reveals dramatic predictions for consequences now being felt as a result of the Bush Administration's rush to war.

The film was created in response to unbalanced reporting that ignored millions of Americans, in concert with millions worldwide, who denounced the Bush Administration's rationale for war. In the film, Julian Bond exposes the early lies of the Bush administration and calls for regime change at home. Angela Davis attacks Bush's pre-emptive strike policy. Desmond Tutu applauds the voice of the people, equating it with the voice of God, as they rally for peaceful solutions rather than war.

Our goal is to distribute this film to non-profit, peace and justice, and political organizers, particularly in swing states, as a fundraising and "get out the vote" tool. Use this film to help defeat the Bush administration in 2004. Screen it at community centers, churches, veterans' centers, libraries, on cable access channels, at political gatherings and in private homes. We provide an Action Plan Kit that includes a flyer, press release, a script to aid screening moderators with discussion and a sample Action Plan to help focus outreach and community mobilization efforts. The printed materials can be modified to include each organization's information and logo.

Go to www.letmycountryawake.com for the downloadable Action Plan Kit, a video trailer, and ordering information.