Events

Event Description:

Mr. Bob Watada, father of Lt. Ehren Watada, first commissioned officer to refuse to participate in the Iraq war will speak on behalf of his son, who faces prison.  Lt Ehren Watada is not a conscientious objector but claims the Iraq war is illegal.

Event Sponsor:
Military Families Speak Out - Texas Chapter

Event Contact Name:
Mikal Hutto

Event Phone Contact Information:
713-472-3711

Event Email Address:
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Event Fee:
Donations to cover our costs accepted

Event Description:

Learn about Lt. Ehren Watada's war against the invasion and occupation of Iraq 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28.

FIRST COMMISSIONED OFFICER TO REFUSE DEPLOYMENT TO IRAQ

Event Description:

Mr. Bob Watada to speak on behalf of his son, Lt. Ehren Watada, the first commissioned officer of the Army to refuse to participate in the Iraq War.  Lt. Watada is not a conscientious objector, but claims the Iraq War is illegal.  He has offered to serve in Afghanistan.  Lt. Watada faces prison terms for his decision, as well as for speaking out about his decision, against the orders of his superior officers.

Event Sponsor:
Military Families Speak Out - Texas Chapter, and David Rovics

Event Contact Name:
Mikal Hutto

Event Phone Contact Information:
713-472-3711

Event Email Address:
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Event Fee:
Dan Electros Guitar Bar to determine their cover charge for David Rovics

Event Description:

Learn about Lt. Ehren Watada's war against the invasion and occupation of Iraq 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28.

6:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28

DAN ELECTRO’S GUITAR BAR

Event Fee:
$10 admission