We as artists have tried to maintain politically neutral during difficult times. There are times however when it becomes difficult for even the most objective individual to remain silent. Inaction can indeed become a weapon of mass destruction. For peace to come to the earth, the people of the earth must CHOOSE peace.
I know that in many ways this is just simple minded sloganeering, but let me try to explain.
"Choose Life" has been used in Scotland inspired by the film Trainspotting and Just Say No (to drugs was started and promoted by Nancy Reagan during the 1980's).
So these slogans have a track record.
Jihad, while promoted by many to be an inner struggle has been known to be the catalyst for many violent acts. Maybe if this slogan was popularized in much the same way that Rock against Drugs or Mothers against Drunk Drivers has been but on an international level it could make a difference.
My Space has many international connections and could be a good place to start.
I believe that young people (who are too often victims) especially need to be able to see a positive alternative to suicide and acting out violently and to believe that it is not only a socially acceptable alternative but a desirable one as well. Whether the action is a school shooting or a major attack of some kind I believe that putting out the message that there is a better choice is a good thing. I would like to see this message proliferated everywhere, on bumper stickers, in graffiti, in electronic media and especially in all languages. What do we have to lose? If one suicidal person is encouraged to make a choice for life it could be worth a try.
If you think this could be a good idea feel free to grab the image and use it as your profile image for whatever time you wish. (Right click and save) I will use it until I feel that it has been sufficiently disseminated.
Thank you in advance for your support!